They investigate the fatal stabbing of two teenagers aged 15 and 16 in the United Kingdom

Authorities in the United Kingdom have launched an investigation following a tragic incident in Bristol, where two teenagers, aged 15 and 16, were fatally stabbed. The attack occurred on Ilminster Avenue in Knowle West, south of the city, late on Saturday night. According to Avon and Somerset Police, a group of individuals fled the scene in a car after carrying out the attack.

Law enforcement arrived at the scene shortly after the incident and provided immediate first aid to the victims. Both teenagers were transported to hospitals, Southmead Hospital and Bristol Royal Children’s Hospital, but unfortunately, they succumbed to their injuries.

As part of the ongoing investigation, a 44-year-old man and a 15-year-old boy have been arrested as the main suspects. The police have also seized a vehicle in connection with the incident. However, more suspects are currently being sought, as confirmed by Bristol area commander Mark Runacres.

Runacres stated, “We believe there are other suspects involved in the incident besides the two who have been apprehended so far.” The relationship between the attackers and the victims remains unclear at this time. The police are urging any possible witnesses, including the passengers of a bus that was in the vicinity of the scene, to come forward with information. To facilitate this, a mobile police station will be set up in the area, and statements will be taken and footage from nearby security cameras will be collected.

Runacres apologized for any disruption caused by the police presence, stating, “There are a significant number of properties within the cordon… [but] we hope that people understand the importance of the work that is being carried out.” He assured the community that high visibility patrols would be conducted to provide reassurance and safety.

Authorities have requested that the public refrains from sharing any information or images online that could potentially compromise the investigation or impact the families involved. The victims’ families will be assigned a support officer who will keep them informed of any updates regarding the case.

Over the coming hours, the bodies will be formally identified, and autopsies will be conducted. The authorities remain committed to bringing justice to those responsible while offering support to the grieving families.