Three teenagers are arrested after ‘common’ scholar stabbed to demise close to Bedford bus station

Three teenagers have been arrested after a ‘popular’ 17-year-old student  was stabbed to death near a bus station in Bedford

A 17-year-old as well as two 18-year-olds have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of Thomas Taylor, 17, who was stabbed near a bus station in Bedford on Wednesday, Bedfordshire Police said. 

Another man in his 60s was taken into custody on suspicion of assisting an offender on Thursday but has since been released on bail pending further enquiries.

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

Sixth-form student Thomas Taylor, 17 (pictured) was stabbed to death as he walked through the centre of Bedford last night

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).’

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