Tragic Croydon stabbing: 17-year-old Denardo dies, multiple arrests made
Teen dies in Croydon stabbing horror
Police were called to Prentis Road, SW16, at around 4:15pm on Thursday, 10 June following reports of a stabbing. Emergency crews found 17-year-old Denardo Samuels-Brooks with serious stab wounds.
Despite rushed efforts to save him, Denardo was pronounced dead at 4:51pm. Formal identification is complete and next of kin have been informed. A post-mortem is scheduled for Saturday, 12 June at Greenwich Mortuary.
Six suspects arrested, court dates set
- A 17-year-old male from Croydon to appear at Bromley Magistrates’ Court on Saturday, 12 June.
- Umar Salami, 18, Addiscombe Grove, Croydon, to appear at Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court on the same day.
- Denzel Kwatng, 18, Parkway, New Addington, and Andre Headley, 18, Prentis Road, SW16, both due at Wimbledon Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 14 June.
- Two 16-year-old females have been bailed until late June, pending enquiries.
- Four others – aged 15 to 18 – released under investigation amid ongoing inquiries.
- A 17-year-old male arrested on 11 June on suspicion of violent disorder and possession of an offensive weapon remains in custody.
Police urge public for information
The Metropolitan Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward. You can contact them on 101 or tweet @MetCC quoting CAD 5897/10June.
Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their quick online form. No information is too small. Crimestoppers never trace calls or IP addresses – your tip could save a life.
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