Four Teens Arrested Over East London Stabbing
Four 17-year-olds are in police custody following a violent stabbing in East London. The suspects were taken to local police stations and remain held as inquiries continue.
Tragic Death of Shea After Lichfield Road Chaos
Police were called at just after midnight on Sunday, 4 September, to reports of a large disturbance on Lichfield Road, E3. Upon arrival, officers found two males with stab wounds, including Shea, who sadly died despite emergency medics’ efforts. Shea was pronounced dead at 01:54 BST.
The second victim, also 17, was rushed to an east London hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Police Plea for Witnesses After Deadly Stabbing
“Despite having made a number of arrests in this investigation, I continue to appeal for anyone with information about Shea’s murder to come forward,” said Detective Chief Inspector Mark Rogers from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command.
“Shea’s family are being supported as they try to come to terms with their loss, but only information can really bring them the answers they so desperately need about what happened to him and why. If you know the answers to those questions please do the right thing and get in touch.”
How to Help
- Witnesses or anyone with footage should contact the Major Incident Room on 020 8345 3715, quoting Operation Wildcast.
- Information can also be anonymously provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers.
An 18-year-old man arrested on suspicion of violent disorder on Monday, 5 September, has been released without further action.
