Two teens sought over killing of boy on London bus

Detectives investigating the fatal stabbing of a 14-year-old boy in south-east London have named two people they are looking to speak to.

Kelyan Bokassa died shortly after being attacked on a 472 double-decker bus on Woolwich Church Street on 7 January.

No arrests have been made but the Metropolitan Police has named 15-year-old Colin Chabikwa and Mosawar Zazi, 16, as people they are seeking to locate.

Members of the public have been urged not to approach either of them if seen and instead contact police as soon as possible.

Police, paramedics and the London Air Ambulance were called to the scene of the stabbing at about 14:30 GMT after the alert was raised by an officer on patrol.

Medics tried to treat Kelyan's injuries, but he died soon afterwards.

Det Ch Insp Sarah Lee said Kelyan's death had "deeply affected many in the community", and she thanked people in Woolwich for the support they have shown.

"Officers have been undertaking increased weapons searches, reassurance patrols and house-to-house inquiries," she said.

"I know these can be disruptive, however it has been vital, and your patience is appreciated."

She added that officers were working "around the clock" to catch those responsible for Kelyan's death.

Mary Bokassa, Kelyan's mum, told BBC London last week that her son was "very caring" and kind.

However, she said he had experienced some "extremely challenging times" and had been taken into care for a number of years.

Kelyan was groomed by gangs from the age of six years old, Ms Bokassa said.

She added: "I feel hurt because I tried to prevent it. I've tried so many, so many times. I screamed it, I said 'my son is going to be killed'."

Kelyan's death comes three months after another teenage boy lost his life to knife crime in Woolwich.

Daejaun Campbell, 15, was stabbed to death in Eglinton Road on 22 September, less than a mile-and-a-half away from last Tuesday's stabbing.

He was among 11 teenage boys who lost their lives to homicide in London in 2024.

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