Teen Killers Locked Up for Woolwich Stabbing Horror
Two teens have copped a combined 32 years behind bars for the brutal stabbing of 15-year-old Daejaun Campbell in Woolwich. The nightmare unfolded on September 22, when cops rushed to Eglington Road just after 6:30pm following chilling reports of a stabbing.
Brave Bystanders Tried to Save Daejaun
Daejaun was stabbed multiple times and died at the scene. Witnesses heard his desperate screams and rushed to help – but it was heartbreakingly too late.
Old Bailey Showdown: Balaz and Doue Face the Music
- Marko Balaz, 19, and Imri Doue, 18, both from South London, faced justice at the Old Bailey on October 6.
- Balaz, who initially denied any involvement, was outed by his electronic tag placing him at the crime scene.
- Doue’s phone texts revealed chilling worries about jail and dark jokes about his life “taking a massive turn.”
- After a six-week trial, Balaz was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 11 years.
- Doue was found guilty of murder and given a minimum of 21 years behind bars.
- A third teen charged was cleared.
Evidence That Cracked the Case
Police quickly tracked the getaway car tied to Balaz and Doue. Balaz was arrested at his home days after the attack and obsessively followed news reports about Daejaun’s death online. Doue’s damning texts sealed the deal.
The tragic death of young Daejaun Campbell highlights the brutal violence ravaging our streets. Justice has been served, but the community remains shattered.
