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Teenage boy dies after stabbing in Luton, police launch murder probe

A 17-year-old died after a stabbing in Luton on Friday evening, prompting a murder investigation. Police say two teenage boys have been arrested and are appealing for information.

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White and blue police cordon tape and the mess on the street in the background, in the place of the crime scene.

Police have launched a murder investigation after a teenage boy died following a stabbing in Luton. Bedfordshire Police said it responded to reports of violent disorder in Kingsway Recreation Ground at about 18:30 on Friday, where a number of teenagers were seen carrying large knives.

What happened at Kingsway Recreation Ground?

Bedfordshire Police said it responded to reports of violent disorder in Kingsway Recreation Ground at about 18:30 on Friday, where a number of teenagers were seen carrying large knives.

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A 17-year-old, who has not been identified, was taken to hospital with multiple stab wounds but was pronounced dead shortly after, the force said.

What arrests have been made?

One teenage boy has been arrested on suspicion of violent disorder and is in police custody for questioning. A second teenage boy was arrested but remains in hospital with serious but non-life threatening injuries.

What is police advice?

Police are appealing to the public for information.

This article was sourced from bbc

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