Leo Ross: Vigil for 'lively and happy' 12-year-old Birmingham stab victim to take place - here's when
A vigil for murdered 12-year-old boy Leo Ross to be held in Birmingham
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Leo Ross, 12, died in hospital hours after he was found with stab wounds to the stomach on Scribers Lane in Hall Green, Birmingham, shortly after 3pm, on Tuesday.
Leo tragically died of his wounds in hospital on Tuesday evening, with a 14-year-old boy later being arrested by West Midlands Police on suspicion of murder.
Now, a vigil for the murdered 'lovely and bright' 12-year-old is due to take place in Christ Church on School Road, Yardley Wood, Birmingham at 2pm on Sunday.
Tributes to Leo Ross
In a tribute, released by Diane Henson, the executive headteacher at Christ Church Church of England Secondary Academy, where Leo was pupil, described the sadness surrounding his death.
She said: "Leo was a lively and happy young man. He had many very good friends who he absolutely adored, and they adored him.
“He was just a lovely and bright member of the school community. We’re supporting the children at school and are opening a book of condolence with the family’s permission.
“Our thoughts are with Leo’s family and all his friends today."
Tributes of flowers, heartfelt messages and candles were placed at the scene of Scribers Lane, near to where the 12-year-old was found.
A hand-written note attached to one tribute read: "RIP Leo Ross. We will miss you loads. Our lives won’t be the same without you.
“You will always be the kindest. Fly High Leo. You never deserved this ever.
Another tribute read: "Fly high Leo. You will be deeply missed. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers."
Appeal for information after 12 year-old Leo Ross was fatally stabbed in Birmingham
In a comment, given by Chief Superintendent Richard North, Birmingham's Local Policing commander, he appealed to anyone with information to get in contact with the police as soon as possible.
He said: "I would ask the public and the media not to speculate on the motive of this incident, the investigation is in the early stages and we have someone in custody.
“I would urge anyone who saw what happened, or who has CCTV, mobile phone or dashcam footage from the area at the time to get in touch with us as soon as possible to help us build as clear a picture as possible.
“This is an appalling and senseless attack. We are doing everything we can to support the loved ones of the young boy who lost his life in such an appalling way, but we know that nothing we say or do will diminish their agony.
“Parents around the country will hear this news and be unable to comprehend the pain they must be feeling.
“Our hearts go out to the young boy’s family today.
“We will be carrying out reassurance patrols locally and if any of the community have any information or concerns we would urge them to come forward.
“We continue to work day in and day out, with parents, schools, carers and other partners to educate young people on knife crime and its devastating consequences.
“This work must and will continue. Today, our focus is on the family of the young boy who has lost his life in such a tragic way, and ensuring we get justice for him and his family."
