Authorities fear escalating youth violence following the tragic stabbing of a 14-year-old boy on a Woolwich bus
Woolwich: It’s a tough situation right now. Police are really worried about more serious youth violence after a 14-year-old boy was stabbed to death on a bus. His name was Kelyan Bokassa, and he was just trying to get home.
This tragic event happened on a route 472 bus near Woolwich Ferry. It was just before 2:30 PM on a Tuesday. Kelyan was an aspiring rapper, and his death has left a lot of people shaken.
In response, the police have stepped up their presence in the area. They’ve put in place special orders that give them more power to stop and search people. This is to help prevent any further violence, which they fear could happen.
These orders are set to last for 24 hours and cover Woolwich and nearby areas like Plumstead. The police are taking this very seriously, especially after what happened on January 7, 2025.
Kelyan’s mom spoke out, saying her son had been groomed by gangs after he ran away from care and ended up living on the streets. It’s heartbreaking to hear how vulnerable kids can be.
His death has sparked a lot of discussions online, especially since another teenager, Daejaun Campbell, was also stabbed in Woolwich just a few months earlier. The police say there’s no connection between the two cases, but it’s still concerning.
There was also another stabbing in the area recently, but thankfully, that victim survived. Police are urging anyone who knows something about Kelyan’s death to come forward. They really need the community’s help to get to the bottom of this.
Last year, London saw ten teenagers lose their lives, mostly due to stabbings. It’s a grim statistic that highlights the urgent need for action.
