Teenager arrested on suspicion of murdering boy, 17, after celebration
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teenager has been arrested on suspicion of murdering a 17-year-old boy who was stabbed to demise after a celebration in a road combat in north-west London.
The boy died in Granville Road, Brent, at about 11.30pm on Friday throughout a combat which is believed to have taken place on a number of roads close by.
Another male, additionally believed to be 17, was taken to hospital, as was a lady in her early 20s, who suffered a hand harm.
On Saturday, an 18-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of homicide and brought into custody, because the Metropolitan Police referred to as for party-goers who could have witnessed the incident to come back ahead.
I do know that the group shall be shocked by this incident during which a younger man has misplaced his life. We shall be working with our colleagues from specialist crime to make sure that this investigation proceeds as shortly and totally as attainable
A big space, together with a minimum of three roads, was cordoned off on Saturday afternoon, with forensic officers seen working exterior an condominium block and a group centre, round a five-minute stroll from one another.
Dozens of cops had been within the space, telling residents that cordons shall be in place for the rest of the weekend.
Rayan Assoui, 43, who lives close by, stated there have been many related incidents within the space over the previous few months.
He went on: “This area is getting worse, it’s not good, for this to happen to a young person is very sad.”
Detective Chief Inspector Mark Rogers, of the Metropolitan Police, stated: “We believe that there was a fight following a birthday party, which would have been attended by a number of people.
“I would urge anyone who was there, and who has not yet spoken with officers, to please come forward. It is vital that we establish what happened.
“I would also ask that anyone who may have captured any of last night’s events on their phone to also contact officers.”
The teenage sufferer’s household has been knowledgeable.
Chief Superintendent Dan Knowles stated: “I know that the community will be shocked by this incident in which a young man has lost his life.
“We shall be working with our colleagues from specialist crime to ensure that this investigation proceeds as quickly and thoroughly as possible.
“Local residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the area and I would encourage anyone with information, or concerns, to speak with them.”