A murder investigation has been launched following the fatal stabbing of a 15-year-old boy in Greenwich on Sunday evening. Detective Chief Superintendent Trevor Lawry, in charge of policing for the borough, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident and has called for public assistance in finding those responsible.
Police were called at approximately 18:35 on Sunday, 22 September, to reports of a disturbance on Eglinton Road, SE18, in the Woolwich area. Officers and paramedics from the London Ambulance Service attended the scene, where they found the teenage boy with a stab wound. Despite their best efforts, the boy tragically died a short time later.
The boy’s family has been informed and is being supported by specialist officers from the Metropolitan Police. Detective Chief Superintendent Lawry said:
Once again we have had to tell a child’s family that their loved one has been killed in an act of violence using a knife. Our thoughts are with them as they struggle to comprehend what has happened.”
Lawry emphasized the serious dangers posed by “zombie-style” knives, which have become increasingly prevalent. The fact that a 15-year-old teenager, who had his whole life ahead of him, has been taken from his family in this way is a stark and sobering reminder of the danger of these weapons. We are committed to doing everything in our power to take these weapons off our streets,” he added.
A crime scene remains in place as detectives continue their investigations. Local teams are working closely with specialist homicide detectives to establish the events leading to the boy’s death. No arrests have been made, and enquiries are continuing at pace.
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DCS Lawry acknowledged the fear and concern this incident will cause within the community. He urged residents to approach local officers in the coming days for support or advice.
The police are also appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward, no matter how small the detail.
Were you in the area of Eglinton Road on Sunday evening around 6:30 p.m.? Did you see anyone running from the area? If you live in the area, do you have any CCTV, doorbell cameras, or dashcam footage that could help?” Lawry asked.
Anyone with information is urged to call the police on 020 8721 4005 quoting Operation Baghaze. Alternatively, those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111, which will not share personal details with the police.
This murder has left the community in shock, and the police are asking for the public’s cooperation in helping bring justice to the victim’s family.
