Leytonstone News

Teen boy arrested near Birmingham after fatal Leytonstone stabbing

The teenager was found in Walsall near Birmingham
By Victoria Munro

The crime scene in High Road, Leytonstone (credit: @999London)
The crime scene in High Road, Leytonstone (credit: @999London)

A 17-year-old boy was arrested today more than 100 miles away from London following a fatal stabbing in Leytonstone last weekend.

Ghulam Sadiq, 18, died in his local High Road after he was stabbed at around 2.15pm on Sunday, 6th August.

Ghulam’s family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers. His post-mortem is scheduled to take place later today.

Earlier today, police revealed they had arrested a 17-year-old suspect, who was located all the way in Walsall near Birmingham. He remains in police custody.

Detective Chief Inspector Linda Bradley, from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command, said: “This arrest shows that our investigation is making progress but I am still keen to hear from anyone… who saw anything that could assist us.

“Ghulam’s family have been devastated by this terrible tragedy and the thoughts of us all continue to be with them.

“Ghulam was attacked in broad daylight on a busy street. The area would have been busy at the time of the incident.

“I would reiterate my appeal to anyone who saw anything, who took images or video of the incident, or road users who may have dashcam footage from being in the area to get in touch. No piece of information is too insignificant.”

Anyone with information is urged to call police on 101, with the reference 3896/06AUG. Alternatively, you can upload images and footage via this portal.

Information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, by calling 0800 555 111 or by visiting the Crimestoppers website.


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