Teenager dies from injuries after being stabbed in Meole Brace area of Shrewsbury

Police were called to reports of a teenager with a stab wound on a housing estate in Meole Brace at approximately 9.45pm on Monday. He was taken to hospital and died this morning.

Detective Chief Inspector Paul Moxley said: "It is with regret that I announce that the teenage victim in this incident sadly died this morning at approximately 6.30am. This is an extremely tragic incident and my thoughts and condolences go out to the victim's family who are being fully supported by officers during this difficult time.

"Our enquiries are ongoing and a thorough and robust murder investigation is now underway. We understand incidents of this nature are concerning but I would like to reassure the local community that we are doing all in our power to bring those responsible to justice."

"We continue to appeal for information and are keen to speak to anyone who may have seen or heard anything on Monday evening in Meole Brace, particularly between 9pm and 10pm. If you have any information, no matter how small, please contact police."

Anyone with any information which could assist the investigation is asked to contact police using the non-emergency 101 number and quoting the incident reference 775s of 1 August.

Information can also be passed on anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website: www.crimestoppers-uk.org