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Cambridge murder probe: 17-year-old boy who died in stabbing is named




A 17-year-old boy who died in Cambridge on Saturday (November 19) from a suspected stabbing has been named as Jesse Nwokejiobi.

Jesse, who attended North Cambridge Academy, died in the vicinity of Logan’s Meadow, not far from his home in Edinburgh Road, Cambridge.

Jesse Nwokejiobi, of Edinburgh Road, Cambridge, who died in Cambridge on November 19, aged 17
Jesse Nwokejiobi, of Edinburgh Road, Cambridge, who died in Cambridge on November 19, aged 17

Police were called by the ambulance service at 2.52pm with reports of a stabbing.

Despite the efforts of paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

A post-mortem examination is due to take place on Wednesday morning (November 23), but police believe he was stabbed in a targeted attack.

A 14-year-old boy was arrested at his home in Cambridge at about 11.30pm on Saturday night, while another 14-year-old boy and a 17-year-old boy were both arrested at their homes in South Cambridgeshire at around midnight the same night.

All were arrested on suspicion of murder and have now been released on bail to return to Thorpe Wood police station in Peterborough on February 20.

Investigators at the scene in Logan’s Meadow, Cambridge. Picture: Geoff Robinson Photography
Investigators at the scene in Logan’s Meadow, Cambridge. Picture: Geoff Robinson Photography

Superintendent Adam Gallop, head of local policing for the south of Cambridgeshire, said: “We know there are a lot of people in the community who are talking about what has happened, including images and videos being circulated on social media.

“My plea is for parents and guardians to speak with their children and do the right thing by contacting us with information.

“I want to reassure the community that because they may have something on their phone, doesn’t mean they are in trouble, but evidentially it could help our investigation.”

Anyone with information should report it online or via the web chat service and quote Operation Helix.

Those without internet access should call 101.

Jesse Nwokejiobi, of Cambridge, who died in Cambridge on November 19, aged 17
Jesse Nwokejiobi, of Cambridge, who died in Cambridge on November 19, aged 17

Cllr Alice Gilderdale, executive city councillor for recovery, employment and community safety, said: “Our thoughts and condolences are with Jesse’s family and friends at this terrible time.

“The news of his murder is deeply sad, especially as those involved are so young, and incredibly shocking, with incidents like this being rare in Cambridge. If anyone has been impacted by the incident and would like support, they can contact the Victim and Witness Hub on 0800 781 6818 or online at cambsvictimservices.co.uk.

The bridge is closed at Logan’s Meadow, Cambridge, following the murder. Picture: Geoff Robinson Photography
The bridge is closed at Logan’s Meadow, Cambridge, following the murder. Picture: Geoff Robinson Photography

“We are working closely with the police and are supporting their appeal for information. There are lots of people in the community who are talking about what has happened. We’re encouraging parents and guardians to speak with their children and if anyone has any information about the incident please report it to the police by calling 101, reporting online, or using the police’s web chat service quoting Operation Helix. If you wish to stay anonymous you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at https://crimestoppers-uk.org.”



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