Boy, 16, fatally stabbed near home named by police
Taye Faik died in Edmonton, north London on Sunday night.
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.A 16-year-old boy who was stabbed to death near his home has been named by police.
Taye Faik died after he was injured just before 11.30pm on Sunday in Kendal Gardens, Edmonton, north London.
The Evening Standard reported that he was attacked by a pair of masked men.
Detective Chief Inspector Joanna Yorke who is leading the investigation into his murder said: “This is a tragic incident in which another young person has lost their life on the streets of London.
“We are in the early stages and are currently working on a number of lines of enquiry in what is a fast-moving investigation.
“We are urgently appealing for anyone who may have any information about this incident to contact us.
“We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who may have any footage including CCTV or dashcam of the incident or the local vicinity around the time of the attack.”
A post mortem examination is due to take place on Wednesday.
Anyone with information can contact police on 101 quoting the reference 7767/01oct, or to remain anonymous contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.