Three teenagers arrested following fatal stabbing

Three teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of the murder of Thomas Taylor who was fatally stabbed in Bedford on Wednesday (8 January).

Detectives from the Major Crime Unit made the arrests today (Friday) as part of the investigation into the death of the 17-year-old, who died after being attacked in Greenhill Street at about 5.50pm.

A 17-year-old and two 18-year-olds have been arrested on suspicion of murder. They have been taken into police custody for questioning.

A fourth person, a man in his 60s, was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender yesterday (Thursday) and has been released on police bail pending further enquiries.

Police are continuing to appeal for information from anyone who was in the area at the time.

Detective Inspector Richard Stott, leading the investigation for the Major Crime Unit, said: "This is an absolutely shocking incident in which a teenage boy has lost his life as a result of knife crime and serious youth violence. 

“We want to reassure the wider community that officers are pursuing all lines of enquiry as well as carrying out increased patrols in the surrounding area.

“We are continuing to appeal for anyone who was in the area at the time and may have witnessed the incident, or the lead up to it. We are also keen to speak to anyone who knows those involved, and we would encourage you to make contact with us via the Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP).”

If you have any information which could help with our investigation, please contact us on 101 or online quoting Operation Cimarron.

You can also provide information anonymously, via the MIPP or via Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.