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Mum names 16-year-old boy who was fatally stabbed

The name of the teen who was fatally stabbed over the weekend has been released.

The death of 16-year-old Joseph Riches occurred on Coventry Street, Stourbridge, just before 7 o’clock on Saturday.

Joe’s mother paid tribute to her one and only child, adding that all he wanted was to become a father when he grew up.

He will never get the opportunity to accomplish that now, which is extremely sad for a mother.

‘Joe loved going to the gym and was just a happy and loving son. I want to appeal to people to help the police to find out what happened to my son and would ask anyone that can help to come forward with information.’

Four people have been charged with Joe’s murder, including Dray Simmonds and Joshua Edgington, both 19.

Two 16-year-old boys have also been charged but cannot be named for legal reasons.

Detective Inspector Laura Harrison, from the force’s homicide department, said: ‘Our thoughts remain with the family of Joe who are devastated by the loss of their child.

‘Our investigation is still ongoing and we are appealing to anyone who can help us piece together what happened to get in touch with us.

‘We’ve been exploring CCTV and making enquiries and I’d like to thank the public and local community for supporting us so far.’

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