A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the death of a teenager. Police were called to Bourne Avenue in Hayes at about 1.30pm on Friday (May 24) after reports of a stabbing.
Despite the efforts of officers, the London Ambulance Service, and an air ambulance being called, a 16-year-old boy was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police have said his next of kin have been informed and have named him as Kamari Johnson, who lived locally. His family continue to be supported by specially trained officers.
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On Saturday night (May 25), a 17-year-old male was arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody.
Detective Chief Inspector Alex Gammampila, from the Met’s Specialist Crime, said: “Kamari’s murder has understandably caused shock and concern amongst the local community. A team of experienced detectives is working tirelessly to establish what happened to Kamari and why he was attacked.
“This evening’s arrest demonstrates the progress we are making and this is in no small part to the assistance we’ve had from the community. We need to work together to ensure Kamari’s family get the answers they deserve about what happened to him.
“I would urge people not to speculate about this incident but come and speak to us if you have any information that could assist the investigation. I’m particularly keen to hear from any residents who may have captured footage on doorbell or dashcam devices – please check your cameras to see if there is anything relevant on them and, if so, get in contact.”
If anyone has footage or images that could help the investigation, they are asked to upload them to the Operation Brownlow online portal. Any witnesses, or anyone with information that could help police, can call 101 or post @MetCC ref CAD 3832/24 May.
You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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