Four teens arrested over fatal stabbing of boy, 16
Four teenagers in custody following fatal stabbing of 16-year-old boy
Cambridgeshire Police confirmed the arrest of four individuals after a 16-year-old boy was fatally stabbed in Riseholme, near the Ortongate Shopping Centre in Peterborough. The emergency call was received shortly before 7pm BST on Sunday, prompting reports of a teenager being attacked in the area.
School closure linked to nearby incident
St John’s Church School, located close to the scene, temporarily shut its doors due to a “serious incident.” In an email shared with the BBC, the school noted that police were “currently processing a site in close proximity,” which influenced the decision to close.
“Police are currently processing a site in close proximity to the school,” stated the email, highlighting the connection between the school and the event.
Arrests and charges
Two arrests were made on suspicion of murder: a 15-year-old boy and an 18-year-old man, both from Peterborough. Additionally, two girls aged 16 and 17 were detained for assisting an offender. The 16-year-old girl from March also faced charges related to possession of a blade.
Police presence and site conditions
A significant police cordon remains around the Ortongate Shopping Centre on Monday, with heightened security anticipated for the following days. The rear parking area is closed, though the main centre continues operating normally. Floral offerings have been placed near the cordoned zone, indicating public remembrance of the incident.
“This is a tragic incident which has resulted in the death of a young man,” said Det Ch Insp Richard Stott of the Beds, Cambs and Herts Major Crime Unit. “We are in contact with his family and keeping them updated. While we understand the death will be concerning for local people, we do not believe this was a random attack.”
Authorities have requested assistance from the public, urging anyone with information or home CCTV footage to reach out. The school plans to provide updates on the reopening process to parents and carers as the situation evolves.
