A 14-year-old boy was fatally stabbed on a bus in Woolwich, prompting heartfelt tributes and concerns from the community.
Woolwich: A tragic scene unfolded when a 14-year-old boy was stabbed on a bus. Kelyan Bokassa, known as Grippa, was attacked while riding the 472 bus.
This happened just before 2:30 PM on January 7. Emergency services rushed to help him, but sadly, he passed away shortly after they arrived.
The next day, flowers were placed at the bus stop where it all happened. His mother shared a touching tribute, describing him as kind and funny.
She mentioned he loved football and was an Arsenal fan. It’s heartbreaking to hear that she felt he had been “groomed” by criminals during a year he went missing.
When he returned, he was in bad shape, and she noticed he wasn’t the same. Kelyan had even released a song on YouTube just before this tragedy.
Friends have been pouring out their grief online, saying he was taken too soon. One comment on his Instagram really hit home: “Ain’t no coming back. RIP.”
Deputy Commander Louise Sargent called the attack a “horrendous crime” and expressed her sadness over the situation. She reassured the community that they are working hard to find those responsible.
As of now, no arrests have been made, and the police are continuing their investigation.
