A 15-year-old boy from south London has been arrested in connection with the murder in Chelmsford of Lee Evans, who was fatally stabbed.

The boy arrested is currently in custody where he is being questioned as detectives continue to appeal for anyone with information about Mr Evans’ murder to come forward.

He was found in Cromar Way, Chelmsford, just before 1am, on Friday, June 22, and was taken to hospital where he sadly died.

Call 01279 621802 between 9am amd 5pm to speak to the Harlow Major Investigations Team about the incident.

Outside of office hours, 101 can be called, or you can email the Major Investigations Team using scd.appeals.essex@essex.pnn.police.uk

You can submit anonymous information via the Crimestoppers charity. They can be on contacted on 0800 555 111 or you can use the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org.