The 14-year-old boy was arrested on Tuesday, 8 November on suspicion of murder. He was taken into custody where he remains. Detective Chief Inspector Kelly Allen, from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command, said: “Today’s arrest is a positive development, but we know there were up to two further suspects involved. Our investigation continues at pace and we have a number of ongoing lines of inquiry to attempt to identify and trace the other individuals. I would urge anyone with information which could assist us to come forward.” A murder investigation continues following a stabbing in Downham. Police were called at 11.50pm on Friday, 4 November, to a report of a man stabbed on Bromley Road in Downham. Officers attended along with colleagues from the London Ambulance Service. They found 21-year-old Gabriel suffering stab injuries. He was taken to hospital for treatment but died during the afternoon of Saturday, 5 November. Anyone with information or any witnesses who are yet to speak with police are asked to call 101, quoting reference CAD 8645/04Nov. To remain anonymous, please contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
