POLICE have launched a murder probe after a teenager died in a stabbing incident in Huddersfield town centre.
Emergency services were called to Ramsden Street at around 2.45pm on Thursday, April 3.
The large response followed reports that a male had been stabbed.
Officers attended the scene, and the 16-year-old male was taken to hospital to be treated for a serious injury to his neck.
He later died in hospital as a result of his injuries, West Yorkshire Police said.
A man has been arrested in connection with the incident.
Another man, and a woman have also been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.
A scene remains in place around New Street and Ramsden Street as officers establish exactly what took place.
The incident - in the centre of the town mid-way through a sunny afternoon - has shocked Huddersfield residents.
Senior Investigating Officer Detective Chief Inspector Damian Roebuck said: “This is a tragic incident where a young man has lost in life as a result of a knife injury.
“We have a team of dedicated detectives who are at the scene and investigating this fatal attack.
“Our initial investigations do indicate that it was an isolated incident, and local neighbourhood officers are carrying out reassurance patrols in the area.
“I want to thank witnesses who have come forward so far and would urge anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that can help our enquiry to please come forward.”
Officers from West Yorkshire Police’s Homicide and Major Enquiry Team have launched a murder investigation and are asking that anyone with information about the incident contact them by calling 101 or reporting via the live chat on the website.
People should quote the reference number, 13250187301.
Alternatively, people can call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
