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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Sam Russell

Tributes to ‘kind soul’, 17, who was stabbed to death in Essex park

  • Radwan Shakur, 21, from Wembley, north-west London, was found with fatal stab wounds in Central Park, Chelmsford , on Friday evening, and died at the scene despite first responders' efforts.
  • Essex Police have charged Romeo Mfinda, 18, of Widford Chase, Chelmsford, and a 17-year-old boy, who cannot be identified for legal reasons, with Mr Shakur's murder.
  • Both Mfinda and the 17-year-old have also been charged with possession with intent to supply cannabis and possession of a knife in a public place, appearing before Chelmsford Magistrates’ Court.
  • Mr Shakur's family released a statement describing him as 'a kind soul loved by his family' with 'hopes and dreams for his future,' expressing their profound heartbreak.
  • The investigation is ongoing, with Detective Inspector Lydia George urging anyone with information to come forward, following initial arrests and subsequent charges in this 'shocking incident'.

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Family pays tribute to ‘kind soul’ Radwan Shakur fatally stabbed in Chelmsford park

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