Chichester College '˜shocked and saddened' by fatal stabbing of pupil

Chichester college has paid tribute to teenager Luke Jeffrey, saying he was '˜making great strides' towards becoming a fitness instructor.
By The Newsroom
Published 15th Mar 2016, 11:57 BST
Updated 8th Jun 2018, 01:40 BST

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Luke Jeffrey died in hospital on SaturdayLuke Jeffrey died in hospital on Saturday
Luke Jeffrey died in hospital on Saturday

The 18-year-old from Bognor Regis was found with fatal stab wounds in Chichester on Friday evening and died in hospital of his injuries the following morning.

Rob Giles, head of learning for sports and public services at Chichester College, said: “Everyone at the college is shocked and saddened by this tragedy. Our thoughts are with Luke’s family and friends at this very difficult time.

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“Luke joined the college last September as he looked to fulfil his ambition to become a fitness instructor and he was making great strides towards achieving that.

Police search the area near Alexandra Road, where he was found. Photo: Eddie MitchellPolice search the area near Alexandra Road, where he was found. Photo: Eddie Mitchell
Police search the area near Alexandra Road, where he was found. Photo: Eddie Mitchell

“He was a motivated student, passionate about fitness.

“Luke had the potential for a bright future ahead of him and it is shocking to see a young life taken so prematurely.

“He will be greatly missed by his friends at the college.”

Luke’s family has paid tribute to him, describing his murder as a ‘brutal, senseless and cowardly attack’.

Flowers left at the scene where a teen was stabbed Photo: Eddie MitchellFlowers left at the scene where a teen was stabbed Photo: Eddie Mitchell
Flowers left at the scene where a teen was stabbed Photo: Eddie Mitchell

http://www.chichester.co.uk/news/family-pays-tribute-to-caring-and-gentle-son-murdered-in-chichester-1-7275765

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Samuel Morgan, 19, of Adelaide Road, Chichester, appeared in Lewes Crown Court this morning charged with murder and possessing an offensive weapon in a public place.

http://www.chichester.co.uk/news/crime/chichester-fatal-stabbing-man-in-crown-court-1-7277295

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