Bristol, England – Three more individuals have been taken into custody by investigators in connection to the tragic deaths of two teenagers, Mason Rist, 15, and Max Dixon, 16, who were fatally stabbed in Bristol over the weekend. The incident occurred on Ilminster Avenue in Knowle West. Two boys, aged 15 and 16, were arrested on suspicion of murder, and a 46-year-old woman was also apprehended on suspicion of conspiracy to murder. All three suspects are currently being held by the police.
According to Avon and Somerset Police, the total number of arrests in relation to the investigation has now reached eight. The families of the two teenagers expressed profound grief and stated that their lives would never be the same after the senseless killings.
Described as avid football fans, Mason and Max were brutally attacked by a gang on Saturday night and reportedly fled in a car following the assault. Witness Kirsty Kidd, a neighbor, described the harrowing scene, recounting how Mason pleaded for help as he lay fatally injured in her ex-partner’s arms. In a separate tribute, a woman believed to be Max’s mother, expressed the devastating impact the tragedy has had on their family.
The heart-wrenching posts shared by the victims’ family members on social media painted a poignant picture of their pain and loss. The outpouring of support and condolences from the community highlighted the impact of the tragedy on the local area.
As investigators continue to work on the case, the Bristol community is left reeling from the untimely and violent deaths of these two young individuals. The outpouring of grief and condolences from friends, neighbors, and well-wishers has underscored the deep impact of this tragedy on the community. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to bring those responsible to justice and provide closure for the grieving families.