New Parks: Man, 18, stabbed to death

An 18-year-old man who died following a stabbing in Leicester has been named as Codie Bambrick.

Police were called to reports of a stabbing in Glazebrook Road, New Parks, just before 1.15pm BST on Wednesday.

The victim was treated for his injuries by air ambulance medics but was pronounced dead at the scene, Leicestershire Police said.

Two boys, aged 17, who were arrested on suspicion of murder, remain in custody.

Detectives said a post-mortem examination confirmed Mr Bambrick died as a result of a stab wound.

In a statement, the 18-year-old’s family said: “Words cannot describe the pain we feel.

“In the last day or so, our world has been turned upside down.

“Cody was loved by all of us and will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

“We are urging anyone who can assist police in their investigation to contact them.

“While we are grateful for the support we have received since receiving this terrible news, we would ask that our privacy be respected at this time.”

Two other men, aged 36 and 17, and a 38-year-old woman, who were each arrested on suspicion of violent disorder, also remain in custody.

A 52-year-old man, who was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender, has been released under investigation.

Detectives continue to carry out inquiries in the New Parks area, while officers from the West Leicester Neighborhood Policing Area (NPA) continue to carry out reassurance patrols.