Carlisle cemetery murder: boy found dead after attack

A post-mortem examination revealed the teenager died from multiple wounds to the head and neck caused by a sharp implement.

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.

“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.”

Fight

Officers are looking for witnesses who saw someone in the area who may have been in a fight.

Inspector Adrian Sowerby said: “I would like to reassure people that we don’t believe there is any danger to the public at this time, and thank local people for their patience while we undertake a thorough investigation.”

Patrols have been increased across the Carlisle area while the investigation continues. Jordan’s body was found in Manor Road, Carlisle, early yesterday.