Woolwich stabbing: 15-year-old victim named as Daejaun Campbell

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A 15-year-old boy who was stabbed to death in southeast London has been named by the Met Police as Daejaun Campbell.

Police and emergency services were called to Eglinton Road in Woolwich just after 6.30pm on Sunday September 22 to reports of a disturbance.

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Officers attended and found Daejaun with a stab injury. Despite the efforts of officers and paramedics at the scene, he sadly died a short time later.

His family continue to be supported by specialist officers.

Two men, aged 52 and 18, have been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in police custody.

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Daejaun Campbell, 15, was stabbed to death in WoolwichDaejaun Campbell, 15, was stabbed to death in Woolwich
Daejaun Campbell, 15, was stabbed to death in Woolwich | Met Police

Det Ch Sup Trevor Lawry said: “My thoughts are with Daejaun’s loved ones as they try to come to terms with this heart-breaking incident.

“The investigation into Daejaun’s death is still in the early stages and our officers are working around the clock to build a picture of what happened on Sunday evening.

“Local officers will remain in the area whilst we continue with our investigation. Please do not hesitate to ask any questions, they are there to support you and the community.

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“I want to appeal to you again and ask if you know anything about the death of young Daejaun. Did you see anything suspicious around the Eglinton Road area? Did you see anyone running away from the area? Do you have any footage? If you do then please contact police, you can upload any footage to this link.

“You can also remain anonymous by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 0208 721 4005 quoting Operation Baghaze.