The Metropolitan Police has identified the victim of a fatal stabbing in south-east London on New Year’s Eve as 23-year-old John Temitope Onetufo . The attack occurred in Grove Street, Deptford, at around 12:35 GMT on December 31.
A 17-year-old boy has been charged with murder and is due to appear at Bromley Magistrates’ Youth Court . Two others, a 23-year-old man and an 18-year-old woman, were arrested on suspicion of murder and perverting the course of justice, respectively, and have been bailed.
Detective Chief Inspector Samantha Townsend said: “My team has worked relentlessly to pursue every line of enquiry, and I can confirm that two arrests have now been made in connection with this tragic incident.”
“I want to extend my deepest sympathies to John’s family and friends. We remain committed to finding answers and ensuring those responsible are brought to justice.”
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