Teen Shot Dead in Stockwell – A 32-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the murder of 16-year-old Lathaniel Burrell.
Man Held Over Stockwell Teen’s Murder
Detectives from the Metropolitan Police swooped in Croydon early Friday morning, March 7, 2025, to arrest a 32-year-old suspect on suspicion of murder. The man remains in police custody as officers dig deeper into the case.
What Happened to Lathaniel?
Lathaniel Burrell, a local from Stockwell, was tragically shot dead on Paradise Road, SW4, just after 3:20 PM on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Despite frantic efforts by London’s Air Ambulance and the London Ambulance Service, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police Urge Witnesses to Speak Out
Detective Chief Inspector Sarah Lee, leading the investigation, said: “Our detectives are working hard to piece together the events of Tuesday afternoon and identify those responsible for killing Lathaniel. We continue to appeal for anyone with information about Lathaniel’s murder to please come forward and speak to us.”
How You Can Help
- If you have any information, call police on 101, quoting reference 4116/04MAR.
- Prefer to stay anonymous? Contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
More updates will follow as the investigation unfolds.
