Overview
- A 15-year-old boy was stabbed in woodland off Lido Road at about 6:10pm on 19 January and was pronounced dead despite efforts by emergency crews and members of the public.
- Two boys aged 15 and 16 have been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in police custody as the Surrey and Sussex Major Crime Team leads the inquiry.
- The extensive cordon around Peacock Wood and Wild Wood Adventure has been lifted and Stoke Park has reopened, with floral tributes placed at the scene.
- Media report the victim was named on a family-approved fundraising page as Gabriel Guembes, also known as Luis, as formal police processes continue.
- Police continue to appeal for witnesses and information, with reports accepted via webchat, online, or 101, and anonymously through Crimestoppers.