A 14-year-old boy has been accused of killing a “incredible” 12-year-old student in Birmingham Leo Ross, police said.
Leo was stabbed on Tuesday, January 21st, before being found wounded near Scribers Lane in Hall Green, Birmingham, around 15:40. He died at a hospital at 7:30 pm.
The boy, who cannot be indicated for his age, has been detained in custody and will appear in the Birmingham magistrates on Monday, accused of the assassination of Leo and the possession of an article with a sharp one.
He has also been charged with six charges against attacking different people in the last three months, police in Western Midland said. None of the attacks included a knife.
Leo’s family described him as “an incredible, sweet, loving boy.” In a statement through the police, they said: “Not only is Leo’s life, our whole life is also. Leo will be truly missed by all of us. He was loved so many of all.
“The family wants to thank the school, the police and everyone who participate in the investigation and support us throughout this terrifying time.”
On Thursday, West Midlands police said a 14-year-old boy was questioned by Leo’s murder, and was also suspected of participating in three attacks against pensioners committed in three days.
He was detained on suspicion of attacks on victims of their 70s and 80s, which happened in the same area on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.
On Tuesday, the retiree on the pensioner happened shortly before Leo was attacked near the Cole River in Shir Park, where it is believed to be on his way home from school.
The charges against the 14-year-old include two charges of a serious attack by a woman on January 19 and 20, two charges of attacking a woman on October 22 and January 21, and two charges of attacking a police officer.
Diane Hanson, CEO at the Leo School, described his death as a tragedy in honor, published on Wednesday.
She said: “Leo was a lively and happy young man. He had many very good friends who absolutely adored, and they adored him.
“He was just a wonderful and bright member of the school community. We support the children at school and open a book about condolences with family permission.
“Our thoughts are with Leo’s family and all his friends today.”
The mother of a boy in the school form of Leo said earlier this week: “He was a gentle, really good-natured boy who was never terrible for anyone. These were my son’s words. He said he had no bad bone in his body. “
She said the victim’s piercing and age: “It’s shocking – it’s a terrible world. I’m worried about my son. He is really upset and difficult and scared. He and his friends were hanging out here. “
Specialist employees support the Leo family and police continue to have a high profile in the area to offer support.
The investigation into Leo’s death continues and everyone with information is called to contact the West Midlands police.