Teen Stabbed to Death on Twickenham Football Pitch
Tragedy struck Twickenham on Tuesday afternoon when a teenage boy was fatally stabbed during a football game.
Stabbing Sparks Emergency Response
Police were called to Craneford Way at 4.45pm on 12 October after reports of a stabbing. Officers and the London Ambulance Service" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">London Ambulance Service (LAS) rushed to the scene.
The victim, believed to be in his late teens, suffered knife wounds and was rushed to a hospital in outer London. Sadly, he was pronounced dead at 5.54pm.
No Arrests Yet as Investigation Continues
Police have set up a crime scene and cordoned off the area. No arrests have been made so far.
Investigators are working to notify the young victim’s next of kin.
Witnesses Urged to Come Forward
Anyone who saw the stabbing or has footage is urged to contact police on 101 or tweet @MetCC quoting reference 5697/12OCT.
Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or visiting www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
