Harleigh Hepworth in a photo released by police (Picture: West Midlands Police/SWNS)
A 17-year-old boy who died after being stabbed in a park in the middle of the afternoon has been pictured.
Harleigh Hepworth was knifed in West Park in Wolverhampton at around 4.30pm on Thursday.
Officers and paramedics tried to help but he died a short time later.
A police spokesman: ‘We’re following a number of lines of enquiry to catch who was responsible for his tragic death.
‘A cordon around the park has now been lifted but you can expect to see a visible presence in the area as part of our investigation and to offer reassurance.
‘A teenager has lost his life and we’re working round the clock to get justice for Harleigh and his family.
‘We continue to work tirelessly with partners to steer young people away from violence with weapons.
‘Anyone with information which can assist our enquiries is asked to get in touch.
‘We have also activated our Major Incident Public Portal, where you can submit any photos or video, which may assist our detectives.’
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