More than 300 family members and friends gathered for the service
A memorial service has taken place for Olly Stephens, exactly a year after the 13 year old was stabbed to death in Reading.He was fatally stabbed by two 14-year-old boys who were found guilty of murder.
They and a girl 13-year-old girl who admitted manslaughter, were sentenced to a total of 24 years in prison.Today, more than 300 family members and friends gathered at St Barnabus Church for the service, which was broadcast outside as well for members of the public.Afterwards candles were lit outside and a two minutes silence was held.
Olly's parents, Stuart and Amanda Stephens, have campaigned for greater awareness of the dangers of knife crime among young people, and are calling for measures to prevent them being exposed to harmful material on social media.
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