Man Arrested Over Shocking Ilford Child Murders
Homicide detectives have swooped on a 40-year-old man in connection with the deaths of two young children in Ilford. The suspect was arrested on Wednesday, April 29, at a London hospital where he remains under police guard while receiving treatment.
Children Found With Fatal Knife Wounds
Police were called to a home at around 5:30pm after reports of a man and two children injured. The 19-month-old girl, Pavinya, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene, while her three-year-old brother, Nigish, was rushed to hospital but later died from his wounds.
Community Reassured as Investigation Continues
The children’s family has been informed, and their mother is receiving support from specialist officers. Detective Chief Inspector Vicky Tunstall expressed heartbreak over the “extraordinarily tragic” loss and stressed the police are not looking for anyone else in connection with the case.
“Whilst I know the effects of this crime are reverberating throughout the local community, please be reassured that we are not seeking any other person(s) in connection with the deaths and there is no cause for the community to be fearful or alarmed.”
“I would like to hear from anyone who feels they may have information that could assist our investigation to understand this horrific tragedy.”
How to Help the Investigation
The Met’s Specialist Crime Command (Homicide) is leading the inquiry. Witnesses or anyone with information are urged to contact police on 101 or via Twitter @MetCC. Quote CAD 5669/26 APR.
