Tributes have been paid to a man and teenager who were the victims of a fatal stabbing attack on Saturday,
The 'best friends' have been named as Ryan Theobold, 21, and Janis Kozlovskis, 17.
Another man, 18, remains in hospital with minor injuries after three people were stabbed in the altercation in Doncaster, Yorkshire Live reports.
Ryan and Janis were enjoying a night out with some friends before the violent brawl erupted, according to Janis' sister.
Taking to a fundraiser page for Janis, Russanda Kozlovska said: "I’ve just lost my little 17 year old brother to knife crime in my own home city of Doncaster.
"We’re all heartbroken I've always seen things like this on the news but now it’s happen to my own family."
She added that "both young lads" who had their "whole life ahead of them".
Another GoFundMe has been set up to help Ryan's family "give him the send off he deserves."
Paying tribute to Ryan, organiser, Alisha Samba, said: "Ryan was loved by so many, he was such a funny, loving, and kind hearted young lad."
She added: "This heartbreaking tragedy has left his poor mum and sister absolutely heart broken."
Several heartfelt tributes have also been shared on social media, with messages of support for the victim's families.
One friend of both Janis and Ryan said: "What a horrible and cruel world we have.
"I can't begin to explain the heart break and distraught I am in.
"My condolences and love go out to both families."
Another post praised Ryan for being a "good lad", and the writer promised his friend he would "support your family all I can."
He added: "Rest in peace see you 1 day didn't deserve this."
Police were called at 2.39am to reports that two men and a teenager had been stabbed following an altercation outside a licenced premises in Silver Street.
Officers attended the scene alongside the ambulance service, and one of the men and the teenager were transported to hospital via ambulance, where the teenager, aged 17, sadly passed away. The 18-year-old remains in hospital with minor injuries. Despite the best efforts of police and paramedics, a further man, aged 21, was also sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Officers have arrested a 17-year-old teenager this morning in connection with the incident, who remains in police custody.
Doncaster District Commander, Temp Chief Superintendent Ian Proffitt, said: “There is an increased police presence in Doncaster town centre today as we continue our investigation. Officers remain at the scene and are carrying out additional patrols as they conduct their enquiries.
“We know incidents like this can be really worrying for local communities, so if you have any concerns, please do go and speak to our officers - they are there to help and support you.”
Detective Chief Inspector Mark Oughton, leading the investigation, added: “We are keen to hear from anyone who was in the town centre in the early hours of this morning who might have witnessed what happened.
“If you were in the area at the time, if you saw what happened or if you think you may have mobile, CCTV or dashcam footage, please call 101 quoting incident number 135 of 29 January. Any information, however small, may assist us in bringing those responsible to justice.
“Alternatively, you can stay completely anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers via their website Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling their UK Contact Centre on 0800 555 111.”
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