The tragic incident that led to the death of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin, a British-Nigerian student, in a sword attack in London has left Bancroft’s School grieving.
Details released by the United Kingdom Metropolitan Police shed light on the violent attack that took the young boy’s life as he made his way to school in Hainault, East London.
The police statement mentioned that the assailant, wielding a sword resembling a Samurai weapon, attacked Anjorin on his route to school, resulting in the teenager’s untimely demise.
Arrested following the incident, a 36-year-old suspect remains in police custody on suspicion of murder, although no name has been disclosed as of Wednesday.
Expressing their grief, Bancroft’s School emphasized Anjorin’s qualities of dedication to academics and a positive demeanor, leaving a lasting impact on the school community.
Amidst the tragic sequence of events, another man was initially hit by the suspect’s van before being stabbed, followed by an attack on a 35-year-old man within a nearby property.
Despite the swift arrival of police at the scene, attempts to subdue the suspect using spray and a taser proved ineffective, leading to further injuries among officers and civilians.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak joined in condemning the attack, expressing solidarity with the affected individuals and acknowledging the bravery displayed by law enforcement during the crisis.
The Nigerian community, particularly on social media platforms like X, came together to mourn Anjorin’s tragic loss and offer condolences to his family, reflecting on the promising life he had ahead of him.
As sympathies pour in, users like @Ttall and @melissasigodo urged support for the grieving family through prayers and messages of comfort.