Brianna Ghey's school has issued a statement in the wake of the teenager's tragic death.
The 16-year-old, who was a Year 11 pupil at Birchwood Community High School, was found with multiple stab wounds on a path in Culcheth Linear Park, near Warrington, at 1.13pm on Saturday, February 11.
Two 15-year-olds, a boy and a girl, were arrested yesterday on suspicion of her murder.
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Emma Mills, head teacher at Birchwood Community High School, said: “We are shocked and truly devastated to hear of the death of Brianna.
“This is understandably a very difficult and distressing time for many and we will do our utmost to support our pupils and wider school community.”
The school declined to comment on allegations that Brianna, who was transgender, had been a victim of bullying at the school.
Police continue to appeal for information about the teenager's death, and have asked anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage of the area to come forward.
Detective Chief Superintendent Mike Evans said: “A number of enquiries in relation to this incident are underway and we are doing all that we can to establish the exact circumstances of what has happened.
“At this time, there is no evidence to suggest that the circumstances surrounding Brianna’s death are hate related.
“Patrols have been stepped up in the local area and officers will remain in the Culcheth area to provide reassurance and address any concerns that residents may have.
“I would ask anyone who has any information, no matter how big or small, that they believe could help with our investigation to get in touch.
“We are also keen for people and businesses within the local community to check any CCTV or dashcam footage for anything that may aid our investigation.”
Anyone with information is asked to call Cheshire Police on 101 quoting IML 1476832 or report it online. Alternatively, information can also be passed on to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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