Eight teenagers have been arrested as part of a “murder investigation” into the death of a 16-year-old boy who was stabbed.

Emergency services rushed to the scene of the stabbing at an address on Eastfield Avenue, in Bath, at around 11pm on Saturday, June 10.

Despite receiving first aid from members of the public before paramedics arrived, the boy died at the scene.

Police have now launched a murder probe and have arrested eight people - six boys and two girls - aged between 15 and 17.

They remain in police custody after being arrested on a bus on Lansdown Lane at around 11.30pm on suspicion of murder.

A 35-year-old woman was also stabbed during the incident and was taken to the Royal United Hospital for treatment.

She has since been discharged.

The Wiltshire Gazette and Herald: The crime scene after a boy died in Bath

Police investigations are ongoing and members of the public who witnessed anything have been urged to come forward and quote reference number 5223136640.

Chief Inspector Ronald Lungu said: “Officers arrived at the scene within minutes of the first call being received and an investigation into the incident is already being carried out, led by the Major Crime Investigation Team.

“We’ve identified a number of witnesses and we’ll be taking formal statements from them in due course but we’re also keen to hear from anyone who was at the address at the time who hasn’t yet spoken to police. If you can help, please call us on 101.”

He added that the victim’s family had been informed and were being supported by specialist family liaison officers.

Meanwhile the public were warned there will be a significant police presence in the area over the coming days, as inquiries continue.

Chief Inspector Lungu added: “The community can expect to see a significant police presence in the area today, and for the next few days, while officers and police staff carry out a number of actions including forensic examinations, a review of CCTV footage and house-to-house enquiries.

The Wiltshire Gazette and Herald: The crime scene after a boy died in Bath

“There is currently a large cordon in place on Eastfield Avenue while we carry out these enquires and I’d like to thank those residents whose properties are impacted by this for their patience and understanding.

“I appreciate this is a concerning incident and I’d like to reassure people a thorough inquiry is taking place, however, should anyone have any questions I’d encourage them to make contact with their local neighbourhood policing team, who’ll be carrying out extra patrols in the area.”

A forensic post-mortem examination will also be completed to determine the cause of death.