Teen Stabbed to Death in South West London
A 16-year-old boy named Keane has tragically died after being stabbed in Oval Place, SW8, on Monday night. Police were called at around 11.45pm and found the teenager fatally wounded. Paramedics from London Ambulance Service pronounced him dead at the scene.
Man Arrested and Released on Bail
A 29-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder on Thursday, 8 July. However, he was later released on bail to a date in August. The suspect remains in custody at a south west London police station as the investigation continues.
Police Launch Major Investigation
Detectives from the Metropolitan Police’s Specialist Crime Command are leading the inquiry and are urgently appealing for witnesses to come forward. Anyone with information can contact the police on 101 or tweet @MetCC quoting CAD 8532/05Jul.
Speak Up Anonymously to Save Lives
Knife crime is tearing families apart. If you know anything, speak out—100% anonymously—via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or fill in their online form. Crimestoppers never ask for your name and cannot trace your call or device.
“No piece of information about knife crime is insignificant or too small. Any tip could save a life,” urges Crimestoppers.
The victim’s family are being supported by specially trained officers during this unimaginably painful time.
