15-Year-Old Arrested in Croydon Stabbing Murder
A 15-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of murder late on Saturday, 1 January. He is being held in a south London police station as detectives continue their investigation.
Fatal Stabbing in Ashburton Park Shocks Croydon
Police launched a murder probe after a stabbing in Ashburton Park, Croydon, shortly after 7pm on Thursday, 30 December. Officers rushed to the scene where 15-year-old Zaian Aimable-Lina was found seriously injured.
Despite desperate efforts by officers and paramedics, Zaian was pronounced dead at the scene at 7:36pm. A post-mortem on 1 January confirmed the cause of death as a stab wound to the heart.
Second Teen Arrested Then Released on Bail
On the following day, 31 December, another 15-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of murder and later released on bail pending further inquiries. Police continue to appeal for information.
Have You Seen Anything? Police Want You to Speak Up
Anyone with information is urged to contact the incident room on 020 8721 4622 or call police on 101, quoting reference CAD 5443/30Dec21. To remain anonymous, ring Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
