Family of 16-year-old girl who died after being stabbed in Leeds “utterly devastated”
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The family of Chloe Watson Dransfield, 16, who died after being stabbed in the Austhorpe area of Leeds on Saturday, said they are “utterly devastated”.
Chloe, from Gomersal, died in hospital after being found unconscious in Kennerleigh Avenue, Austhorpe at around 6am.
A fifth person, a 17-year-old boy, was arrested on Monday on suspicion of her murder. Four others remain in custody.
Chloe’s family have issued the following tributes:
"My beautiful princess Chloe. I cannot put into words how I feel that you are not here with me.
“You are my life, my world, my best friend and I know that I am yours. I cannot live without you - I need you.
“You are stunning, confident, loyal, honest and my family-oriented princess.
“When you walk into any room it lights up with your bubbly personality. There is so much I could say. There’s a big hole in my heart that can never be filled.
“Your two sisters and big brother will always love and miss you to infinity. You will always and forever be in our hearts. Love Mum, Connor, Courtney and Cienna.”
Another statement read:
“Our family is utterly devastated by the loss of Chloe.
“We miss every single thing about her. She was beautiful, full of joy, and had a wonderfully cheeky personality.
“She embraced life with such happiness, and she had her whole future ahead of her.
“Chloe was loved by everyone who knew her, and the absence she leaves behind is immeasurable.
“We will miss her forever, she will never be forgotten. Love you always and forever Dad, Sacha, Reuben, Mia, Amelia, Grandma, Grandad and Uncle Jordan.”
Detective Chief Inspector James Entwistle from the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team is now leading the investigation into Chloe’s death.
He said:
“Our thoughts remain with Chloe’s family at this incredibly difficult time. Our specially-trained officers continue to provide them with support.
“Our investigation into her death is ongoing and five people arrested on suspicion of murder remain in custody, as we continue to establish the full circumstances of this incident.
“I am appealing to anyone with any relevant information to contact us.”