Murder Probe as 14-year-old Boy Found Dead at Cemetery Police Tape

A post-mortem examination revealed the teenager died from multiple wounds to the head and neck A 14-year-old boy whose body was found in a cemetery was the victim of a "savage and brutal attack", police have said.

A murder inquiry is under way after Jordan Watson was discovered in Manor Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, at about 7.45am. A post-mortem examination revealed the teenager from Ridley Road in the city died from multiple wounds to the head and neck caused by a sharp implement.
Detective Superintendent Andrew Slattery, who is leading the investigation, said: "Jordan has lost his life as a result of a savage and brutal attack which has shocked the officers working on the case.
Were you in the area of cemetery at Manor Rd Carlisle last night? Pls call 101 with any info about the murder of 14yr old Jordan Watson
— Cumbria Police (@Cumbriapolice) June 16, 2015
"For a child to die in these circumstances in Carlisle is appalling. The offender or offenders must be apprehended and I appeal to any members of the public with information to come forward.
"If anybody heard or saw anything unusual in the area of the cemetery on Manor Road overnight, I would urge them to report it to our incident room."
Patrols in Carlisle area increased as major investigation into murder continues. Pls call 101 if you've any info http://t.co/TA0NuucXog
— Cumbria Police (@Cumbriapolice) June 16, 2015
Patrols have been increased across the Carlisle area while the investigation continues.
Anyone with information should contact police on 101 and speak to an officer from North Cumbria CID.
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