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Barney Davis

First picture of teenager stabbed to death in street fight in Westminster on Halloween

Eltom Mohamed Eltom was found suffering from a fatal stab wound

(Picture: Met)

This is the first picture of a teenager stabbed to death in a Halloween street fight in Westminster.

Eltom Mohamed Eltom was found suffering from a fatal stab wound after a 12-man mass brawl  on Fernhead Road at 10pm on October 31.

Despite the efforts of emergency services, who provided first aid, the 19-year-old died at the scene.

His next of kin has been informed and are being supported by specialist officers. Formal identification awaits.

A 20-year-old man, who was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder, has been released under investigation.

A further arrest on suspicion of murder was made on today. The 20-year-old man remains in police custody.

Detective Chief Inspector Simon Stancombe, said: "We believe Eltom suffered a fatal stab injury during a fight involving 12 males on Fernhead Road.

"We are keen to speak to anyone who was in that area on 31 October, at around 10pm.

“Anyone who saw what happened or has information about the incident is asked to call police on 101 quoting reference Cad 9734/31Oct."

Alternatively, tweet @MetCC or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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