Family pay tribute to daughter stabbed to death in Brixton

A 31-year-old woman who was stabbed to death by a stranger in Brixton has been named locally.

Johanita Dogbey, was stabbed to death in broad daylight reportedly while on the phone to her grandmother as she walked along the street on Monday afternoon.

Ms Dogbey was walking along Stockwell Park Walk in Brixton at around 4pm when she was approached from behind by a man, who attacked her.

Police say there is no information to suggest the victim and the man were known to each other. 

Two days after the incident, residents of the area were still in shock.

A neighbour close to the family described how Ms Dogbey’s grandmother heard a “terrible scream” before she heard the phone hit the floor at the time of the attack.

Ms Dogbey, reportedly the founder of a charity that helped people suffering with sickle cell disease, was on her way to a birthday celebration at her flat where she lives with her mother, father, brother and sister.

Fighting back the tears, her father Yao told the Daily Mail: “We have no words at this moment. 

“’My daughter was beautiful and kind-hearted. I’m sorry, I can’t say anything more.” 

In Stockwell Park Walk yesterday a man shouted out to a police officer at the scene of a car crash which happened two days after the incident in the same road. He said: “What’s happened? Now this, someone only got stabbed here two days ago. What is going on?”

Detective Chief Superintendent Seb Adjei-Addoh, local policing commander for Lambeth, said: “This is a shocking attack and my thoughts are with the woman’s family and friends as they come to terms with this awful news. We will do everything we can to support them at this incredibly difficult time.

“I recognise the considerable concern this incident has caused and I’d like to reassure you that a dedicated team of detectives are carrying out a number of enquiries and additional officers are in the area to respond to any concerns from members of the community.”

A post mortem took place yesterday, formal identification is yet to be confirmed.

Anyone with information about what happened is asked to call 101 quoting CAD 4728/01May. To remain anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestopperson 0800 555 111.

• A 33-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is currently in police custody.

Pictured top: Johanita Dogbey (Picture: Johanita Dogbey Facebook)