Murder investigation launched after boy’s body dragged out of canal

A boy’s body has been found in a canal after he is believed to have been stabbed at least a mile away.

The Met launched a murder investigation after the 17-year-old boy’s body was pulled from the canal in Scrubs Lane, between Acton and Willesden, at around 5.45pm on Sunday.

It is thought the 17-year-old boy was knifed in Ladbroke Grove, North Kensington.

Despite the efforts of the emergency services he was pronounced dead at the scene at 6.10pm.

A forensic tent has been set up next to the as police divers search for evidence. So far there have no arrests.

A Met statement said: “A post-mortem examination is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, 28 June. A crime scene remains in place.

“Enquiries into the circumstances continue. Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or tweet @MetCC and quote CAD5828/25June. You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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