Victim named as boy, 15, charged with club murder
A 15-YEAR-OLD boy has been charged with murder after a 17-year-old was fatally stabbed at a sports club in Gloucestershire, police have said.
Joshua Hall died overnight on Friday, hours after the incident at Cam Sports Club in Dursley where he had suffered a stomach wound.
Yesterday, Gloucestershire Police said a 15-year-old suspect, from Dursley, had been charged with murder and remanded in custody ahead of appearing at Cheltenham Magistrates’ Court today.
A spokesperson for the force said a 20-year-old man and a second 15-year-old boy who were both held on suspicion of murder have been released under investigation pending further inquiries.
Joshua’s family issued the following statement throught the police: “On Friday 16th at 1:25pm our life changed forever. Our beautiful, charming, caring and kind soul Joshua Hall was hurt beyond recovery.
“We want Josh to be remembered not for this senseless act but for the love he brought to life.
“The essence of Josh is impossible to capture because of how special he was. He helped people in their darkest hours and their lives are better because of his presence. He always had a smile for everyone and was cheeky and compassionate.
“He leaves behind his mum Kirsty, his dad Michael and his little Brother Elijah.
“Everyone who knows Joshua will feel his loss, however it’s of the utmost to his family that he is remembered with nothing but love.
“Josh’s family would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has left flowers, cards, kind words and beautiful memories of our son.
“Please continue to think of Josh and remember his smile.”