BBC News, West Midlands
FamilyA 14-year-old boy has been charged with murder after Leo Ross, 12, was stabbed in Birmingham.
West Midlands Police said Leo suffered fatal knife wounds to the stomach on Tuesday afternoon and was found close to Scribers Lane, Hall Green. He died in hospital at 19:30 GMT that evening.
A member of his family described him as “the most beautiful, kind child” and “the nicest kid you would meet”.
The 14-year-old accused, who cannot be named because of his age, has also been charged with seven other offences, including possession of a bladed weapon, police confirmed.
These relate to the assault of a woman on 22 October, 2024 and two charges of assaulting police officers on 26 November.
He is also accused of the serious assault of a woman on 19 January, the serious assault of a woman on 20 January and the assault of a woman on 21 January.
None of these charges involved a knife, police added.
In tribute to Leo, his family described him as “an amazing, kind and loving boy”.
“Not only has Leo’s life been taken, all of our lives have as well,” they said.
“Leo will be truly missed by all of us. He was loved so much by everyone.”
The family thanked the police and everyone involved for “supporting us all through this horrific time”.
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