Lawrence Hill: Three arrested after teen dies in Bristol attack

There was a heavy police presence in the area on Thursday night

Two teenage boys and a man have been arrested after a male teenager died after being attacked.

Police were called to the incident in Hayes Close in Lawrence Hill, Bristol, at 18:20 BST on Thursday.

They said the 18-year-old was found with "significant injuries" and died at the scene.

Two teenage boys have been arrested on suspicion of the attempted murder of a 19-year-old man, who has also been arrested.

The 19-year-old, who needed hospital treatment for his injuries, was arrested on suspicion of murder.

All three remain in custody, while some roads in the Old Market area of the city are closed as officers carry out searches.

The incident happened in Hayes Close in Lawrence Hill

The boy who died at the scene is believed to be 18-years-old and from Bedminster.

Officers are yet to determine cause of death.

Avon and Somerset Constabulary officer Mark Runacres said: "Formal identification is yet to take place, but his immediate family are aware."

"While arrests have been made, a thorough investigation is still underway, including a search for evidence."

Police have asked any witnesses to come forward.