Teen stabbed to death outside school gate named as 16-year-old arrested
A 16-year-old boy fatally stabbed outside his school has been named today.
Renell Charles was attacked in the Walthamstow area of North East London, where he was a pupil, just after 4pm on Friday.
He was pronounced dead at the scene near the school gates. His family are being supported by specially trained police officers. A post-mortem confirmed cause of death to be a stab wound to the chest.
Police say a 16-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of Renell's murder after attending an east London police station In the early hours of Sunday. He remains in custody.
Renell Charles was stabbed to death in the capital (Metropolitan Police)The attack, which happened close to the school shortly after the end of the day, was witnessed by other pupils.
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A local said Renell's attackers were waiting for him before he died in the street at 4.39pm.
Detective Chief Inspector Mark Rogers, who is leading the investigation for Metropolitan Police, has asked for images and footage to be shared with police.
DCI Rogers said: "The arrest marks a significant development as part of our work.
"Renell's family have been informed and our specially trained officers continue to provide them with support.
"This is a fast moving investigation and we are aware that this brutal attack took place near a school, and was witnessed by many bystanders and young people.
"My thoughts are with them as they come to terms with seeing such an act of violence unfold and I would ask anyone with footage or images to do the right thing and send them into my team of detectives."
Police continue to investigate the stabbing, which happened on Friday afternoon (UkNewsinPictures)He added: "We know that there was heavy traffic on Markhouse Road at that time of day and we think there is a strong chance some people will have dash cam footage.
"Please review what you have and send anything that may assist the investigation without delay.
"A young boy has lost his life and evidence such as this can contribute to securing justice for his family and friends."
The school's "devastated" headteacher, Sam Jones, confirmed that Renell was a pupil there.
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He said in a statement: "A Kelmscott student was tragically killed in a senseless knife attack.
"This is the darkest of days for the student's family and the Kelmscott community more broadly."
A councillor called the tragedy in a tight-knit community 'a senseless act' (UkNewsinPictures)In a separate statement released through Waltham Forest Council, Mr Jones added: "I cannot overstate how devastated I am by today's senseless violence and I am sure the Kelmscott community shares my grief and sadness.
"Kelmscott is a large and tightknit family and this loss will be felt for a long time to come.
"I urge our community to remain respectful of the victim's family and the police investigation.
"We will be offering counselling and support to pupils affected by this tragedy."
Councillor Grace Williams, Leader of Waltham Forest Council, said: "A 16 year-old boy has died senselessly in our borough.
"Nobody should have to deal with the loss of somebody so young and my heart goes out to the family and friends of the deceased.
"Their loss is our loss. The people of Waltham Forest and beyond will be shocked by this senseless act."
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan added: "I am devastated for the families and friends of those in our city who have lost their lives to senseless violence.
"Every death leaves lives destroyed, communities hurting and families heartbroken. Bearing down on violent crime and making our city safe for everyone is my number one priority as Mayor.
"Violent crime, including knife crime, has been falling in London, bucking the national trend, but one death is one too many and I'm determined to continue being both tough on crime and tough on the complex causes of crime."
He added: "I am in regular contact with the Commissioner and extra patrols are in Walthamstow and Dagenham where these awful crimes occurred to reassure the local community and progress the investigations.
"I urge those with information to come forward and call the police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online. There is no honour in staying silent."
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