Tribute from family:
The family of 17-year-old Joshua Hall who passed away following Friday’s stabbing in Cam have issued the below tribute:
“On Friday 16th at 1:25pm our life changed forever. Our beautiful, charming, caring and kind soul Joshua Hall was hurt beyond recovery.
“We want Josh to be remembered not for this senseless act but for the love he brought to life.
“The essence of Josh is impossible to capture because of how special he was. He helped people in their darkest hours and their lives are better because of his presence. He always had a smile for everyone and was cheeky and compassionate.
“He leaves behind his mum Kirsty, his dad Michael and his little Brother Elijah.
“Everyone who knows Joshua will feel his loss, however it’s of the utmost to his family that he is remembered with nothing but love.
“Josh’s family would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has left flowers, cards, kind words and beautiful memories of our son.
“Please continue to think of Josh and remember his smile.”
Update from Gloucestershire Police:
A teenage boy has been charged in connection with Friday’s fatal stabbing in Cam.
A 15-year-old boy from Dursley has today (Sunday) been charged with murder.
He has been remanded in custody and is due to be appearing at Cheltenham Magistrates’ Court tomorrow (Monday).
A 20-year-old man and the second 15-year-old boy have both been released under investigation pending further enquiries.
From Gloucestershire Police:
The victim of yesterday’s stabbing in Cam sadly passed away overnight and the incident is now being treated as a murder investigation.
The two 15-year-old boys and 20-year-old man who were arrested yesterday have been further arrested on suspicion of murder with custody extensions granted.
Reassurance patrols are taking place in the local area.
The investigation is continuing with a number of searches taking place and anyone who hasn’t already spoken to police is asked to call 101 quoting incident 252 of 16 April or submit information here: https://www.gloucestershire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/
Our thoughts are with the victim’s family and friends at this sad time. They are currently being supported by specialist officers.
