Oldbury stabbing: Police arrest two teenagers after boy, 13, knifed to death in own home

Two teenagers have been arrested in connection with the murder of a 13-year-old boy who was stabbed to death in his own home in Oldbury.

The youngster died after he was attacked at Lovett Avenue at around 4pm on Thursday (August 26).

The two teenagers were arrested earlier today (Sunday, September 1) and have been taken into custody for questioning.

West Midlands Police said in a statement: "We've arrested two teenagers over the murder of a 13-year-old boy at an address in Oldbury.

"Two boys were today (Sunday) detained in connection with the fatal stabbing in Lovett Avenue on Thursday (29 August).

The force said the family of the 13-year-old boy who died are aware of the developments in the police investigation. It added: "Our thoughts remain with them at this devastating time."

Today's arrests come after Chief Superintendent Kim Madill of West Midlands Police issued a plea for information.

She said on Friday: "This is a truly sad and tragic incident where a young boy has lost his life.

"First and foremost, my thoughts, and the thoughts of all those involved in investigating the death of this young boy, remain firmly with the family and the loved ones.

"I know this will also have had a huge impact on the wider community who will be shocked and concerned about what has happened."

Ch Supt Madill assured the boy's family and the wider community that West Midlands Police would work with and support them.

Bunches of flowers, candles and teddies have been been left at the semi-detached home, with the tributes placed outside the front door of the property.

Anyone with information has been asked to get in touch via West Midlands Police's Live Chat or on 101, quoting log 3204 of 29/8/24.