Two men, aged 17 and 27, arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder after double stabbing of schoolboy, 15, and 23-year-old man
- Two men arrested after schoolboy, 15, and man, 23, stabbed to death in London
Detectives have arrested two men after a 15-year-old schoolboy and a 23-year-old man were stabbed to death last week.
Leonardo Reid, 15, was killed on Thursday while youths reportedly chugged laughing gas, admired flash cars and filmed a music video on Elthorne Road, Archway, north London.
He was found with stab wounds and pronounced dead at the scene. A 23-year-old unnamed victim was also rushed to hospital with stab wounds where he was pronounced dead.
Two men, aged 17 and 27, were arrested on Monday evening on suspicion of murder and attempted murder and were held in custody at a north London police station.
Locals described being kept awake by a group of up to 40 youngsters who appeared to be recording a ‘rap’ video around luxury cars before a ‘commotion’ broke out at the late-night street party in Islington, north London.
The boy, 15, who has been named as Leonardo Reid (pictured), from Islington, was found with stab wounds and pronounced dead at the scene, which is near a nursery, just after midnight
Forensic officers in Elthorne Road, Islington, London after a man and a teenager were stabbed to death
A double murder investigation has been launched and police are appealing for information
A 46-year-old man who was arrested on Saturday on suspicion of murder and attempted murder was later released with no further action.
Chief Superintendent Andy Carter said: ‘My thoughts are with the families of the two victims who have suffered such an unimaginable loss in this shocking and unacceptable incident.
‘We will support our colleagues as they investigate and members of the public will see an increased policing presence in the area.
‘I urge anyone who has information that can help us establish exactly what has happened to approach those officers or contact us immediately.
A police cordon was in place and a Section 60 Order granting police additional stop and search powers was authorised
The Specialist Crime Command have launched an investigation. An extensive crime scene is in place and urgent enquiries are ongoing
Superintendent Jack May-Robinson from the Metropolitan Police spoke after the attack
‘A man and boy have lost their lives and we must now work together to identify those responsible and remove them from our streets.’
Neighbourhood Superintendent for Islington Jack May-Robinson said he would not be answering any questions from the press.
He said: ‘I urge anyone with information concerning this horrific incident to get in touch.
‘We are committed to work with our power partners to tackle street violence, but we can’t do this alone.
‘If you can help this investigation please do get in touch. We know that some people may be hesitant at coming forward with information.
‘But you can share what you know anonymously by independent charity Crimestoppers, who will not even ask for your name.
The scene at Elthorne Road, Islington, where a boy and a young man were stabbed to death
Police said in a statement on Friday that they believe a large number of people were present when the attack took place and are urging witnesses and those with information to come forward
‘This is an area of rich community spirit and we thank the local people for their cooperation and assistance.
‘As our specialist crime police progress investigation will provide further updates and specs of the incident as it becomes available.’
Police said in a statement on Friday that they believe a large number of people were present when the attack took place and are urging witnesses and those with information to come forward.
Anyone who has information that could help police should call 101 or tweet @MetCC ref CAD 9383/29 Jun.
To remain anonymous call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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