Family’s agony as police appeal for help two weeks after boy, 15, was found dead in park 

Police have issued a contemporary attraction for assist after the demise of a 15-year-old boy who was present in a London park.

Alfie Lawton was found close to railway strains in Inexperienced Lane Recreation Floor in New Malden simply earlier than 7pm on Monday, February 8.

He was unresponsive and – regardless of one of the best efforts of police, paramedics and members of the general public – couldn’t be revived.

Officers at this time stated that his household and associates had been struggling to deal with their grief – and requested for any witnesses to return ahead. A autopsy didn’t reveal the reason for his demise, which is being handled as unexplained.

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Detective Inspector Andy Griffin stated: “Alfie’s household, and their neighborhood of neighbours and associates are combating the grief of dropping such a beautiful and vibrant younger man.

“Police are actively investigating the circumstances that led to Alfie’s tragic demise, which is at the moment stays unexplained.

“We want as a lot data as potential to help our enquiries, and reply the questions the household has about what occurred to Alfie on that day.”

The police stated all efforts are being made to hint any witnesses, individuals with data or individuals who had been in or close to Inexperienced Lane Recreation Floor on the night of February 8.

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Anybody who spoke to Alfie earlier than he died are additionally being requested to contact officers.

Detective Inspector Andy Griffin stated: “If anybody has any data, no matter how insignificant they assume it might be, please present it to the investigation crew so it may be adopted up.”

Anybody with data that would assist with police enquiries is requested to name 101 or tweet @MetCC quoting ref CAD5562/08FEB21.

If you want to ship a tribute for Alfie, we would love to listen to from you. Please e mail [email protected] together with your tribute.

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