Boy, 14, is murdered as police arrest youth and appeal to those who filmed incident to come forward

Daily Mail​

2 days ago

A youth has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 14-year-old boy was found collapsed on the Isle of Man, as police issued an urgent appeal to anyone who has shared footage of the 'serious incident' to come forward.
Emergency services rushed to assist Christopher McBurnie, after receiving a call shortly after 3.30pm on Thursday, in the area of Close Drean in Ramsey.
Despite their efforts, the teenager was pronounced dead at the scene, Isle of Man Constabulary said.
A murder inquiry has now been launched and a juvenile has been detained in custody for questioning.
Isle of Man Chief Constable Russ Foster said the victim's relatives were being supported by specialist officers and that the community had been rocked by the tragedy, with murder being an 'extremely rare' incident on the island.
The youngster's official cause of death will be determined by a Home Office pathologist 'in due course', he added.
Chief Constable Foster said in a video statement: 'Our thoughts, heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy with the family, friends and loved ones during this extremely sad and incredibly difficult time.
'Specialist officers are supporting Christopher's family and will continue to do so throughout the investigation.
'At 3.38pm on Thursday 29 May emergency services responded to an incident in the area of Close Drean, Ramsey where Christopher was found collapsed and despite the valiant efforts of members of the public, our officers, the fire and rescue service and paramedics, they were unable to save Christopher.
'We are aware that imagery of this incident was recorded by witnesses in the vicinity and is now featuring on social media platforms and being shared predominantly by teenagers.
'I'm mindful that social media features in all our lives in one way or another, but that should not mean that our values and respect for one another as a community should be compromised and enable rumour and speculation to flourish.'
He urged anyone who has footage to refrain from sharing it as it would be 'likely to cause significant distress'.
Chief Constable Foster added that the community had been 'shocked by the magnitude of an occurrence which is extremely rare for the Isle of Man.'
The police appeal was issued as a JustGiving page was set up to raise funds for Christopher's funeral.
A statement described the teenager as 'beautiful' and said he had 'brought so much joy and love to his whole family who love him so deeply.'
The organiser added they hoped 'our Island can come together and raise some much needed funds at this very sad time.'
Anyone with information is asked to call the Isle of Man police on 01624 631212, Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or submit footage or images online.