Teen knifed to death in West Midlands park tragedy is pictured - Coventry Live

A photograph has been issued of a teenager stabbed to death in a park in a West Midlands tragedy. Seventeen-year-old Harleigh Hepworth was killed in broad daylight.

He was knifed in Wolverhampton's West Park at approximately 4.30pm on Thursday. West Midlands Police are investigating the death.

In a new statement today, the force said: "Our enquiries into the death of 17-year-old Harleigh Hepworth in Wolverhampton's West Park are today continuing. The teenager from Staffordshire was fatally stabbed at around 4.30pm on Thursday (7 March).

"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 via Live Chat, or call 101, quoting log 3259 of 7 March. We have also activated our Major Incident Public Portal, where you can submit any photos or video, which may assist our detectives here: Public Portal (mipp.police.uk)

"Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."

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