Knife Killer Jailed for Life Over Brutal Murder of Jaden
Jacob Koutouan, 22, from Stockwell Road, was found guilty of murdering Jaden at Croydon Crown Court on Tuesday, 2 March. The next day he was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 21 years behind bars.
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Police were called to Stockwell Road at 2:50pm on 15 September 2020 after the London Ambulance Service found Jaden suffering from multiple knife wounds. Despite paramedics’ best efforts, he died at the scene.
A post-mortem confirmed Jaden died from stab wounds to the torso.
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“Jaden was an amazing and intelligent soul with so much life and passion to give,” said a family spokesperson.
“He was a victim of a senseless killer who viciously ended his hopes and dreams. Our family has been shattered, grief-stricken and disheartened by this brutal attack.”
“Jaden wasn’t in a gang. In fact, he was anti-gangs and feared the violence they bring.”
“He had just started a new Deliveroo job two days before his death and was accepted onto a construction course the very day he died. He dreamed of owning a clothing line.”
“Jaden was the life and soul, full of positivity. His young, vibrant life was cruelly cut short before he could enjoy his future or start a family. He’ll be in our hearts forever, but nothing replaces having him here with us.”
Detective: ‘Vicious Attack Leaves Family Devastated’
Detective Chief Inspector Chris Wood said: “This tragic case is another heart-breaking example of young lives lost to knife crime.”
“Jaden was chased and stabbed 12 times in a brutal attack. Despite a thorough probe, we don’t yet know why Koutouan targeted him.”
“Koutouan’s claims of self-defence were loudly rejected by the jury, compounding the grief for Jaden’s family.”
“I want to commend Jaden’s family for their resilience through a difficult court process. We hope today’s verdict brings them some comfort.”
