Murder Probe Underway After Teen Found Beaten to Death Near DLR Station
A brutal murder investigation is now underway after a 16-year-old boy was found beaten to death in Newham. The teenager, believed to be Ahmed Shamur from Manor Park, was discovered unresponsive with fatal head injuries on scrubland behind Gallions Reach DLR Station, Atlantis Avenue, early on Tuesday morning, March 3.
Teenager Reported Missing Before Death
London Ambulance Service rushed to the scene at 8:38am following reports of an unconscious male. Despite attempts to save him, Ahmed was pronounced dead at the scene. His family had reported him missing in the early hours after he failed to return home. They have been informed and are receiving specialist support.
Possible Link to Gang With Baseball Bats
Police are investigating whether the murder is connected to a group of around 30 males spotted carrying baseball bats near Gallions Reach DLR station the evening before. A witness called police at 7:50pm on Monday, March 2, but officers found no trace of the group after searching the area.
Police Urge Witnesses to Come Forward
“A young teenage boy has died and his family and friends are devastated. They want answers and they deserve all the help the public can give them,” said Detective Chief Inspector Larry Smith. “We need anyone with information to tell us what they know. In particular, we want to speak to anyone who was in the vicinity of Gallions Reach around 8pm on Monday. If you were a passing motorist with a dashcam, you may have captured something vital. Please get in touch. My officers are on hand to take your call and you will be fully supported.”
Homicide detectives from the Met’s Specialist Crime team are leading the inquiry. Any witnesses or those with information are urged to call 0208 345 3985 or reach out via Twitter @MetCC. Quote reference CAD 1573/03MAR.
