Police seek to trace man after boy, 15, killed in…

Police seek to trace man after boy, 15, killed in London stabbing

CCTV image of a man police urgently need to speak to in connection with the murder of 15-year-old Adam Henry (Metropolitan Police/PA) -

Police have released images of a man they want to speak to after a teenager was stabbed to death in London.

Detectives urgently want to speak to 22-year-old Abdel Derdour in connection with the fatal stabbing of 15-year-old Adam Henry in Islington last week.

They are appealing for anyone with information to help trace him as their investigation continues.

Police were called at around 1.02pm on Tuesday December 9 to reports of a stabbing on Westbourne Road in Islington.

Adam Henry died after being stabbed near Westbourne Road, Islington (Metropolitan Police/PA) (PA Media)

Adam was treated for stab wounds but died in hospital, the Metropolitan Police said.

The force said Abdel Derdour made off in the direction of Caledonian Road after the incident.

He is described as being approximately 5ft 8in, of mixed heritage, with a slim build.

He was most recently seen with a moustache and facial hair, the Metropolitan Police said.

Chief Superintendent Jason Stewart, who leads policing in Islington, said: “Adam’s family have suffered an unthinkable loss, and we believe someone out there knows something that could help us bring those responsible to justice.

“If you have seen this man in the days following Adam’s murder, please come forward. Even the smallest detail could be the breakthrough our detectives urgently need.

“Our intelligence suggests he frequents Holborn and the surrounding areas.

“If you’d prefer not to speak with police, the independent charity Crimestoppers offers a completely anonymous way to share what you know. You will never be asked for your personal details, and you won’t have to speak to police or give a statement.”