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A 14-year-old boy who was fatally stabbed on a London bus has been identified online as an aspiring drill rapper known as ‘Grippa’. The teenager was attacked in front of horrified passengers on a Route 472 bus in Woolwich at around 2:30 PM on Tuesday, 7 January.
Ongoing Manhunt for the Suspect
A manhunt is currently underway for the perpetrator of the “horrendous” attack, with no arrests made so far. Metropolitan Police" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked" data-wpil-monitor-id="52489">Metropolitan Police officers are appealing for witnesses and urging anyone with information to come forward.
Knife crime remains a significant issue in London, with 15,016 offences recorded in 2023/24, a 17.4% increase compared to the previous year.
Appeal for Witnesses
Detectives are urging anyone with information about the attack to contact them.
- Call the police on 101 quoting ref 3795/07JAN25
- Or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111
Authorities have also asked residents in the area to check CCTV and dashcam footage that may assist the investigation.
This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more information emerges.
