Court hearing today for teen charged with murder of Daejaun in Woolwich

Police investigating the murder of teenager Daejaun Campbell in Woolwich have charged a man.

Police were called at around 6.35pm on Sunday following reports of a disturbance in Eglinton Road.

Officers attended and found 15-year-old Daejaun suffering a stab injury.

Despite the efforts of officers and paramedics at the scene, he sadly died a short time later. His family continue to be supported by specialist officers.

Two men were arrested on suspicion of murder and taken into police custody.

One of the men, Jacob Losiewicz, 18, of Church Manor Way, Abbey Wood, has been charged with murder.

He will appear in custody at Bromley Magistrates’ Court today.

The second man, aged in his 50s, has been released without charge.

Detective Chief Superintendent Trevor Lawry , who is in charge of policing for the South East Basic Command Unit, said: “The investigation into Daejaun’s murder continues and detectives are working around the clock. Local officers will remain in the area while we continue with our investigation.

“Please do not hesitate to ask any questions, they are there to support you and the community.

“I want to appeal again for anyone who knows anything about the death of young Daejaun to come forward. Did you see anything suspicious around the Eglinton Road area? Did you see anyone running away from the area? Do you have any footage?

“If you do, then please contact police; you can upload any footage via a link or you can also remain anonymous by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 020 8721 4005 quoting Operation Baghaze.

Pictured top: Daejaun Campbell (Picture: The Met)