Teen Charged with Brutal Crawley Murder After Man Stabbed to Death
14-Year-Old Girl Arrested Over Fatal Stabbing
A 14-year-old girl from Crawley has been charged with the murder of 24-year-old Nimroy Hendricks. The teenager faces additional charges for carrying a knife in public following the stabbing on Tuesday evening, October 27.
Nimroy Hendricks was found with fatal stab wounds to his chest on Russell Way, Crawley. Police confirmed he died at the scene.
Legal Proceedings Underway
The teenage suspect, who cannot be named due to legal restrictions, is due to appear before Crawley magistrates on Friday afternoon, October 30.
Police Appeal for Calm and No Speculation
Detective Chief Inspector Andy Wolstenholme of the Surrey and Sussex Major Crime Team urged the public to hold back on social media speculation.
“The circumstances of this case are particularly challenging for everyone involved and will continue to be difficult as people come to terms with significant loss and grief.”
“It is imperative that the Criminal Justice system is allowed to operate effectively in order to support all involved in this case. I would make a personal plea to people to not speculate on social media on the circumstances of the case or the identity or motivation of the defendant, whose name may not legally be published.”
