A different 16-year-old was initially arrested on suspicion of affray but has been released with no further action.
Ch Supt Raj Kohli, commander of the Central North Command Unit, said: “A young person’s life has been taken and our thoughts are with his family and friends who have lost someone very special to them.
“I know our community will be shocked and upset by this incident. Our officers share your sadness, and we have a team dedicated to tracking down those who committed this crime.
Det Ch Insp Neil John, who is leading the investigation, said: Our investigation is continuing at pace. My team of officers are working 24/7 to find those responsible and bring them to justice and we remain keen to hear from anyone who has not yet spoken to police.
A different 16-year-old was initially arrested on suspicion of affray but has been released with no further action.
Ch Supt Raj Kohli, commander of the Central North Command Unit, said: “A young person’s life has been taken and our thoughts are with his family and friends who have lost someone very special to them.
“I know our community will be shocked and upset by this incident. Our officers share your sadness, and we have a team dedicated to tracking down those who committed this crime.
Det Ch Insp Neil John, who is leading the investigation, said: Our investigation is continuing at pace. My team of officers are working 24/7 to find those responsible and bring them to justice and we remain keen to hear from anyone who has not yet spoken to police.