Bishop Lavis community still reeling after 5-year-old boy dies after being stabbed

The community of Bishop Lavis has been hit hard by the murder of a five-year-old boy.

Xavier Mitchell was stabbed to death last week.

Family, friends, and community members gathered in the area for a memorial service on Sunday.

White doves were released by Mitchell’s loved ones, as scores of people gathered in Sky Road in Bishop Lavis around candles, flowers, and photos of the little boy.

The child sustained three stab wounds during Wednesday’s attack and was rushed to hospital where he was declared dead.

Xavier was in the care of his nanny when tragedy struck.

Following the attack, police arrested a man in his forties, who is believed to be mentally challenged.

The suspect is expected to appear in court on Monday.

-EWN

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