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Boy, 14, among three teens arrested on suspicion of Essex park murder

Police say three Chelmsford teenagers remain in custody after a 21-year-old man died in a park assault and detectives seek witnesses.

  • On Friday, Essex Police arrested three teenagers, aged 14, 17, and 18, on suspicion of murder after a 21-year-old man died at Central Park in Chelmsford despite paramedic efforts.
  • Inquiries led police to an address in Auckland Close, where all three suspects from Chelmsford remain in custody for questioning on suspicion of murder.
  • Det Insp Lydia George confirmed the force is "not currently seeking anyone else" in connection with the incident and there is "no ongoing risk to the public."
  • The Chelmsford Central Parkrun cancelled Saturday's event "on police advice" while officers maintain a visible presence in the Melbourne area of Chelmsford.
  • Officers continue to appeal for information from the busy public space while the victim's family receives support from specially trained officers as the investigation proceeds.
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Three teenagers arrested on suspicion of murdering man in park in Essex

Three suspects, aged 14, 17 and 18 have been arrested on suspicion of murder

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