Sister of Sheffield school stabbing victim pays tribute: 'My heart is broken into a million pieces'
Sister of Sheffield school stabbing victim pays tribute: 'My heart is broken into a million pieces'
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The sister of a 15-year-old boy who died after being stabbed at a school in Sheffield has paid tribute to him. Sophie Willgoose, whose brother Harvey died after being stabbed at All Saints Catholic High School, said: "My heart is broken into a million pieces.". She posted on Facebook: "I love you so much Harvey... Hug your loved ones a little tighter tonight cos I wish I could.". South Yorkshire Police was called to the school on Granville Road at 12.17pm on Monday after reports of a stabbing.
Harvey was said to have "suffered serious injuries" and despite the best efforts of medics, he died a short time later. A 15-year-old boy has been detained on suspicion of murder and remains in custody. 'I remember you well'. On Tuesday, tributes were left outside the school for Harvey. One of the 15-year-old's teachers called him "always polite and friendly". A note read: "I only taught you a few times in year 7 but I remember you well.
"Despite being occasionally a little too energetic, you were always polite and friendly. I am so sorry this has happened.". One of his fellow students described his death as "such a shock". The 17-year-old said: "He was such a lovely lad, he was cheeky, but was lovely. "He would make your day better hearing him down that hallway. You didn't have to personally know him to be upset. "Teachers loved him, students loved him, everyone loved him.
"I've been at the school for seven years now and nothing like this has ever, ever happened.". Other mourners gathered outside Sheffield United's stadium Bramall Lane - he was said to be a fan of the football club. This breaking news story is being updated and more details will be published shortly. Please refresh the page for the fullest version. You can receive breaking news alerts on a smartphone or tablet via the Sky News app. You can also follow us on WhatsApp and subscribe to our YouTube channel to keep up with the latest news.
