Second arrest in killing of Tai Jordan O’Donnell in Mitcham last week

By Davina Hyde

A second arrest has been made by detectives investigating the murder of Tai Jordan O’Donnell on March 3 in Mitcham.

A 26-year-old man was arrested on Monday, 8 March on suspicion of murder. He remains in custody at a South London police station.

Kamila Ahmad, 22, of Robinhood Lane, Mitcham, was charged with murder on Sunday, 7 March.

She appeared in custody at Bromley Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 8 March. She is due to appear next at the Central Criminal Court on Wednesday, 10 March.

Police were called by the London Ambulance Service at 12.12pm on Wednesday, 3 March to Alpha Road, CR0.

Officers attended and found 19-year-old Tai with a number of knife wounds to his legs. He was pronounced dead at the scene at 12.17pm. His family was notified and is being supported by specialist officers.

Anyone with information that could assist detectives is urged to call the incident room on 0208 721 4005. Alternatively, they can call 101 or tweet @MetCC with the reference CAD2875/03MAR.

Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers, anonymously, by calling the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or by visiting the Crimestoppers website.