Teen stabbed to death in Battersea named by police after young boy, 14, arrested for murder

A 14-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a teenager was knifed to death in Battersea.

Jamal Coombes, 17, was stabbed on Glycena Road, south London in the early hours of Saturday.

Murder detectives have now made three arrests including a 14-year-old.

Officers attended with the London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance and located a 17-year-old boy with serious injuries.

Despite the efforts of paramedics, he was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

His next-of-kin have been informed and will continue to receive support from specialist officers.

A Met spokesman said: ‘On Saturday, 20 June, officers arrested a boy and a girl, both aged 15, on suspicion of murder. On Sunday, 21 June, a 14-year-old boy was also arrested on suspicion of murder.

‘They all remain in custody.’

DCI Brian Howie said: ‘Our thoughts remain firmly with Jamal’s loved ones following his tragic death.

‘I understand the impact this incident has had on the local community. If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to speak with one of our officers on patrol in the area this week.

‘As our enquiries continue, I am appealing directly to the public. We believe that there was an altercation prior to the assault, so if you were in the Lavender Hill area between 03:30 hrs and 05:00hrs, specifically Glycena Road, Acanthus Road or Pountney Road, and witnessed a group of men running, please come forward.

‘Any information, no matter how minor it may seem, could prove crucial. CCTV, doorbell or mobile phone footage may provide vital evidence.

‘I would also urge members of the public not to assume that information has already been shared, any detail could be of significant importance to the investigation.’

Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.