Two men arrested on suspicion of murder after schoolboy killed with zombie knife

Detective Chief Superintendent Trevor Lawry said: “My thoughts are with Daejuan’s loved ones as they try and come to terms with this heart-breaking incident. “The investigation into Daejuan’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. “I want to appeal to you again and ask if you know anything about the death of young Daejuan. 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.”
Daejaun Campbell Credit: Met Police

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of stabbing to death a schoolboy with a zombie knife in south-east London, police said.

The suspects, aged 52 and 18, are being questioned over the murder of 15-year-old Daejaun Campbell, who cried out “I’m 15, don’t let me die” as a local woman tried to save his life.

The Metropolitan Police said it was called at about 6.35pm on Sunday to Eglinton Road, Woolwich, where they found Daejaun with a stab injury.

Despite the efforts of officers and paramedics, he died at the scene a short time later, according to police.

A ban on owning zombie-style knives and machetes came into force on Tuesday, two days after the stabbing.

The ban is part of efforts to reduce knife crime, with campaigners including actor Idris Elba pushing for the large blades to be outlawed.

Detective Chief Superintendent Trevor Lawry said: “My thoughts are with Daejaun’s loved ones as they try and come to terms with this heart-breaking incident.”

He also urged any witnesses of Sunday’s attack, who may have seen someone running away from the area, or anyone with video footage to come forward.

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

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