A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a 17-year-old boy in Northampton.
Two boys, aged 15 and 16, and a 38-year-old man have been arrested in connection with the incident. They are helping police with their inquiries.
Officers were called to Drayton Walk in Kingsthorpe, where the victim was found injured at 6.15pm on Friday. He was taken to Northampton general hospital where he was pronounced dead.
“This is a tragic incident in which a young person lost their life,” said Ch Supt Kate Meynell, from the Northamptonshire police public protection command. “It happened in daylight at a time when there will have been people around going about their business.”
Police are appealing for anyone with information, or anyone who heard or saw anything, to get in touch. Witnesses are asked to call 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
