Devastated family of boy, 16, stabbed to death say their ‘hearts are broken’ – as cops question 3 on suspicion of murder

THE devastated family of a 16-year-old boy who was stabbed to death said their hearts are "broken" in an emotional tribute.

Ronan Kanda was knifed twice in the horror attack in Wolverhampton on Wednesday night.

Sadly he couldn't be saved and was declared dead at the scene.

Five people have been arrested on suspicion of murder including a 16-year-old boy and man, 20, who remain in custody.

A second 16-year-old boy is also being quizzed by police, while a 15-year-old boy and an 18-year-old man have been released on bail.

Ronan's heartbroken family have now paid tribute to the tragic teenager.

They said: "Ronan was a kind-hearted, loving, caring 16-year-old. Our son and a brother who would do anything for anyone.

“He was a funny character who made everyone laugh around him.

“He is taken from us cruelly and our hearts are broken.

“We want everyone to pray for his soul now. We will always love you our son and my brother and you will live within us now.”

Police are continuing to review CCTV and are urging people to get in touch.

Det Insp Ade George, leading the investigation, said: “We’re making good progress with our enquiries, but we still need anyone with information to get in touch with us if they saw or heard anything on Wednesday night.

“I’m really keen to hear from anyone who was driving in the area at the time. We know that there were cars driving on the road in the moments before the attack, and it may be that dash cam footage will give us important evidence.

“It’s really important you speak to us if you have any information on what happened, who was responsible, or why Ronan was attacked.”