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Police name Croydon teenage murder victim and arrest woman

 (Met Police)
(Met Police)

Detectives investigating the fatal stabbing of a teenager in Croydon have arrested a woman suspect and named the victim.

The 19-year-old stabbed to death was Tai Jordan O’Donnell who lived in the south London borough.

He was found with knife wounds to his legs in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

A 22-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody.

Homicide Detective Chief Inspector Mick Norman leading the investigation said: “While our enquiries to establish the circumstances surrounding this incident continue our thoughts are with Tai’s family and friends who are, no doubt, struggling to come to terms with what has happened.

“It is too early to speculate regarding any potential motive.

“Despite the fact that an arrest has been made, I am very keen to hear from anyone who has information and hasn’t yet spoken with officers.

“I understand that some people may be reluctant to speak directly to police. If that is the case please contact Crimestoppers where you won’t even be asked for your name.”

Police were called by London Ambulance Service to Alpha Road to a report of a man found with stab wounds at just after midnight. He was pronounced dead just minutes later.

His family have been notified and are being supported by specialist officers.

A post-mortem examination is yet to be carried out.

A police statement said: “A 22-year-old female was arrested on Thursday, 4 March on suspicion of murder. She was taken to a south London police station where she remains at this time.”

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is urged to call the incident room on 0208 721 4005, 101 or tweet @MetCC with the reference CAD2875/3MAR.

To remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit Crimestoppers_uk.org

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