Murder squad detectives are investigating the death of a 15-year-old boy who was fatally stabbed in broad daylight near a West Yorkshire school today.

Emergency surgery wasn't enough to save the life of the badly-injured teen.

Police were called to the incident near North Huddersfield Trust School in Woodhouse Hill, Fartown, at 2.54pm this afternoon.

The victim was treated at the scene and taken to Leeds General Infirmary for emergency surgery, but was pronounced dead a short time later.

Police are speaking to a number of witnesses, but have made no mention of any arrests.

Detectives from West Yorkshire Police Homicide and Major Enquiry Team are leading the investigation into the boy’s murder.

A large police cordon remains in place in Woodhouse Hill as forensic examination of the scene is carried out and specialist searches take place.

Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Superintendent Marc Bowes, said: “Our investigation is still at a very early stage, and we will be carrying out extensive enquiries to establish the full circumstances surrounding this incident that has resulted in the absolutely senseless loss of a young life.

“We recognise that an incident of this nature will cause understandable shock and concern in the community, and we are working closely alongside our colleagues at Kirklees District who are increasing their presence in the area to reassure people and keep them updated as our investigation progresses.

“We have already identified a number of witnesses to the incident itself but would still like to hear from anyone who has any information that could assist the investigation.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact HMET detectives via 101 or online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/101livechat quoting crime reference 13220521713.