18-Year-Old Arrested for Murder After Deadly Lea Bridge Road Stabbing
An 18-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder in Bedfordshire following a fatal stabbing last Wednesday. At the same address, another 18-year-old was also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. Both remain in police custody.
Tragic Stabbing Leaves Young Man Dead
Police were called to Lea Bridge Road near Grove Road around 5.20pm on 17 March after reports of a stabbing. Officers and London Ambulance Service found an 18-year-old man with fatal stab wounds. The victim, identified as Hussain Chaudhry, was pronounced dead at the scene.
A post-mortem confirmed Hussain died from a stab wound to the neck causing hypovolemic shock.
Family Members Injured in Attack
Two other victims—a man in his 20s and a woman in her 40s—were found with slash injuries on their hands. Both are relatives of Hussain and were rushed to an east London hospital. They have since been discharged.
Suspect Charged and Court Date Set
Marvin Ward, 18, from Westwood Road, Ilford, was charged on Sunday with murder, two counts of attempted murder, robbery, and possession of an offensive weapon. He is due to appear at Barkingside Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 22 March.
Witness Appeal
Police urge anyone with information or who witnessed the stabbing to contact the incident room on 020 8345 1570 or 101, quoting CAD 5697/17Mar. Tips can also be sent via Twitter to @MetCC.
To remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
