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Stabbed schoolboy a best friend to all, say family | Stabbed schoolboy a best friend to all, say family |
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Harvey Willgoose's family said their lives would "never be the same again" | |
The "utterly heartbroken" family of a 15-year-old boy who was fatally stabbed at a Sheffield school on Monday have described him as a "best friend to all". | The "utterly heartbroken" family of a 15-year-old boy who was fatally stabbed at a Sheffield school on Monday have described him as a "best friend to all". |
Harvey Willgoose died after he was attacked at All Saints Catholic High School on Granville Road on Monday. | Harvey Willgoose died after he was attacked at All Saints Catholic High School on Granville Road on Monday. |
In a statement issued through South Yorkshire Police, Harvey's family said: "Our lives are devastated and will never be the same again." | In a statement issued through South Yorkshire Police, Harvey's family said: "Our lives are devastated and will never be the same again." |
A 15-year-old boy who was arrested on Monday on suspicion of murder remained in custody, officers said. | |
Harvey's family said: "We have lost a beloved son, brother, grandson, cousin, nephew and, most importantly, a best friend to all." | |
"Harvey will be forever known for being a caring, loving and funny young man. | "Harvey will be forever known for being a caring, loving and funny young man. |
"At this difficult time, we ask you to please respect our privacy as we grieve as a family." | "At this difficult time, we ask you to please respect our privacy as we grieve as a family." |
A small police scene remained in place at the school on Tuesday as the investigation into the incident continued. | A small police scene remained in place at the school on Tuesday as the investigation into the incident continued. |
All Saints Catholic High School was closed on Tuesday, with a police scene remaining in place | |
Assistant Ch Con Lindsey Butterfield said: "Our thoughts remain with Harvey's family, friends and loved ones, as well as the wider school community as they come to terms with his loss. | |
"Our investigation into Harvey's death is continuing at pace and, with this in mind, I would urge people to avoid unhelpful online speculation and identifying anyone who they believe to be involved in this tragic incident." | |
The CEO of the academy trust which runs All Saints School described Harvey as an "immensely popular young man with his fellow students and teachers alike". | |
Steve Davies said: "He had a smile that would light up the room. Harvey was young. He was precious. He was loved. | |
"We are all struggling to process what has happened and our thoughts and prayers are with Harvey's family and friends at this incredibly difficult time." | |
He added: "Whilst there are no words that will take away the pain and grief from Harvey's family and friends, I simply want to express, on behalf of the whole school community, our heartfelt condolences." | |
Harvey's family visited the school on Tuesday afternoon, where flowers, balloons and cards have been left. | |
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