The identity and image of a teenager who passed away following an alleged stabbing have been disclosed.
Berkan Demir, an 18-year-old individual, lost his life at Lena Gardens in Hammersmith on Sunday, March 15, due to a neck injury inflicted by a stabbing incident, as confirmed by law enforcement authorities.
Charges of murder have been filed against a 31-year-old man. Ahmed Said, a resident of Lena Gardens aged 31, appeared in Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, March 19.
The family of Demir has requested privacy during this difficult period.
The post-mortem examination conducted on Tuesday, March 17, revealed that Demir’s cause of death was a sharp force trauma to the left side of his neck.
The investigation is being led by detectives from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command.
Individuals with relevant information are encouraged to contact law enforcement at 101, referencing case number 5093/15MAR. Those preferring to remain anonymous can reach out to the independent charity Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
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