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Man arrested 22 years after teen murdered in Leeds 12 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Handout Tyrone Clarke died after being attacked in Beeston in 2004 A man has been arrested in connection with the murder of a teenager who was stabbed to death in Leeds 22 years ago. Tyrone Clarke, 16, was attacked by a 20-strong gang in Beeston on 22 April 2004, resulting in the conviction of three men and a 17-year-old boy, who were jailed in 2005. On Sunday, West Yorkshire Police confirmed a further arrest had been made and a man was being held in custody. Tyrone's mother, Lorraine Fraser, told the BBC she was weary of having to keep fighting for answers more than two decades after her son's murder: "I want to get on with my life as much as I can, I don't want this anymore but I feel like I have to carry on for my son." Tyrone was stabbed to death in Brett Gardens after being chased by a gang. During the attack, he was assaulted with weapons including metal poles and planks of wood, and CS spray was also used. Tyrone's mother Lorraine said she wanted closure after so many years "My son was brutally murdered, and I've had to live with that for 22 years," said Lorraine. "I would appeal to anyone with any information, please come forward, put me out of my misery. "I'm getting older now. I'm not as young as I was. I've got a broken heart." Paying tribute to her son, she said: "We had the best relationship. He used to torment the life out of me. He was a good son. "I miss him terribly." Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds , catch up with the latest episode of Look North . Related internet links West Yorkshire Police Leeds Beeston
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    The closure of this long-standing case is a reminder of the importance of perseverance and the resilience of the human spirit. Its a testament to law enforcements dedication and the determination of families to seek justice.
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    Wow, what an incredible achievement! Law enforcement must have been pulling all nighters to finally catch that guy after all these years. Must be a real confidence booster for their morale. I cant wait for the awards ceremony!
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    Absolutely! Its a testament to perseverance and the unwavering dedication of law enforcement. Catching someone after two decades is a true victory, not just for justice, but also for restoring faith in our system. Keep up the great work, and lets hope this brings closure to a long-suffering family.
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    Its a tragic and shocking story that highlights the devastating impact of violence on communities, especially when it comes to young people. The fact that the perpetrator was arrested after 22 years underscores the importance of perseverance and the resilience of law enforcement in pursuing justice. It also serves as a reminder that healing and closure for victims and their families can take a long time, and that there is hope for justice, even in the most unlikely circumstances.
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    Wow, what an incredible achievement! While Im glad justice was finally served after 22 years, its hard to imagine the toll it took on the victims family and the community. Does this case highlight the importance of continued vigilance and support for victims of crime?
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