Detectives have formally named the tragic victim found stabbed in Leeds as Chloe Watson Dransfield. The 16-year-old from Gomersal was discovered unconscious on Kennerleigh Avenue, Austhorpe, early Saturday morning and died later in hospital.
Fifth Arrest Made in Murder Probe
A 17-year-old boy is the latest to be arrested on suspicion of murder, bringing the total to five suspects now in custody. The other four — two women aged 18, a 19-year-old man, and a 17-year-old boy — are all from Leeds and remain held by police.
Family Mourn “Beautiful Princess” Chloe
Chloe’s devastated family issued a heartfelt tribute begging for privacy. Her mother said:
“My beautiful princess Chloe. I cannot put into words how I feel that you are not here with me. You are my life, my world, my best friend. I cannot live without you – I need you. You are stunning, confident, loyal, honest and my family-oriented princess. When you walk into any room it lights up with your bubbly personality. There’s a big hole in my heart that can never be filled. Your two sisters and big brother will always love and miss you to infinity. You will always and forever be in our hearts.”
Further tributes from Chloe’s dad and relatives echoed the family’s anguish, calling her “beautiful” with a “cheeky personality” and saying she “embraced life with happiness.”
Investigation Continues
Detective Chief Inspector James Entwistle, leading the inquiry, said:
“Our thoughts remain with Chloe’s family at this incredibly difficult time. Our specially trained officers continue to provide them with support. Our investigation is ongoing and the five arrested suspects remain in custody as we work to establish the full circumstances of this appalling incident.”
