Boy, 15, charged with Sheffield school murder of teenager Harvey Willgoose
Boy, 15, charged with Sheffield school murder of teenager Harvey Willgoose
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Harvey Willgoose’s family said they were “utterly heartbroken” after the loss of their “beautiful boy”. A teenage boy has been charged with the murder of 15-year-old Harvey Willgoose, who was stabbed to death at a school in Sheffield. Harvey died after an incident at All Saints Catholic High School in Granville Road, at about 12.17pm on Monday. A 15-year-old boy who remains unnamed, has been charged with murder, possession of a bladed article and affray. He is due to appear before Sheffield Youth Court today.
Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor for the Crown Prosecution Service Yorkshire and Humberside, Chris Hartley, said: “The Crown Prosecution Service has reviewed a file of evidence from South Yorkshire Police. “We have authorised South Yorkshire Police to charge a 15-year-old with murder in relation to the death of Harvey Willgoose, 15, at All Saints Catholic High School on 3 February. He has also been charged with possession of a bladed article and one count of affray.
“The Crown Prosecution Service reminds all concerned that criminal proceedings against this defendant are active and that the youth has a right to a fair trial. It is extremely important that there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings.”. Harvey’s family returned to visit the school on Tuesday where flowers, balloons and cards had been left for the popular pupil.
They released a statement after the visit via South Yorkshire Police which said: “We are utterly heartbroken at the loss of our beautiful boy, ‘Harvey Goose’. Our lives are devastated and will never be the same again. “We have lost a beloved son, brother, grandson, cousin, nephew and most importantly, a best friend to all. Harvey will be forever known for being a caring, loving and funny young man.
