The Metropolitan Police has detained two teenagers on suspicion of murder, after 17-year-old Keiron Charles was stabbed to death.
Sunday 6 April 2025 13:57, UK
17-year-old Keiron Charles from East Acton. Pic: Metropolitan Police
Two teenagers have been arrested after a 17-year-old boy was stabbed to death in west London.
Police were called to reports of a stabbing in Erconwald Street in Shepherd’s Bush at around 1.10pm on Saturday.
The incident took place near the junction with Du Cane Road and Old Oak Common Lane.
Officers found two teenage boys with stab injuries – one of whom died at the scene. He has been named by police as 17-year-old Keiron Charles from East Acton.
The other teenager – a 16-year-old boy – was taken to hospital and was subsequently arrested on suspicion of murder.
His injuries were assessed as non-life-changing and he was later discharged from hospital. He was taken into custody, where he remains.
A third teenager – also aged 16 – had left the scene and was also arrested on suspicion of murder in the early hours of Sunday, the Metropolitan Police said. He is also in custody.
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‘Awful incident’
Detective Chief Inspector Alex Gammampila said: “This is an awful incident in which a teenager has lost his life.
“The thoughts of everyone in the Met remain with Keiron’s family and loved ones as they begin to come to terms with their tragic loss.
“While we are working hard to understand the exact circumstances, we are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident at this stage.
“I’d like to appeal directly to anyone who was in the area between 1pm and 1.20pm on Saturday and witnessed the incident.
“Keiron had his whole life ahead of him and any information might prove vital in achieving justice on behalf of his family.”
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