Sheffield Mourns Teen Stabbing Victim with Football Tribute and Anti-Knife Crime Rally

February 21, 2025
Sheffield Mourns Teen Stabbing Victim with Football Tribute and Anti-Knife Crime Rally
  • Fifteen-year-old Harvey Willgoose was tragically laid to rest on February 21, 2025, after being fatally stabbed at All Saints Catholic High School in Sheffield on February 3, 2025.

  • During the incident, Harvey was rushed to the hospital, but he succumbed to his injuries while being transported.

  • Steve Davies, CEO of St Clare Catholic Multi Academy Trust, described Harvey as 'immensely popular' and a cherished member of the school community.

  • Mourners honored Harvey's memory by wearing T-shirts featuring his image and anti-knife crime messages, while others held a flag that read 'forever 15'.

  • A 15-year-old boy has been charged with Harvey's murder and is currently in youth detention, with a trial scheduled for June 30, 2025.

  • Reverend Canon Abigail Thompson acknowledged the community's grief, urging attendees to find hope amidst their sorrow.

  • The funeral service took place at Sheffield Cathedral, where Harvey's coffin was adorned with designs reflecting his love for Sheffield United FC.

  • The ceremony featured the choir singing the club's chant 'Greasy Chip Butty', celebrating Harvey's passion for football.

  • In the wake of Harvey's death, a mass was held in his memory at St Joseph's in Handsworth, followed by a march advocating for an end to knife crime.

  • His parents, Caroline and Mark Willgoose, expressed their heartbreak in a statement, describing him as a beloved son and a best friend.

  • Following the incident, a petition was launched on Change.org by parents from Harvey's school to address knife crime in schools.

  • As the funeral cortege departed for a private cremation, applause erupted from the gathered mourners, reflecting the community's love and respect for Harvey.

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