Hainault sword attack – latest: Stabbed ‘hero’ thanks people who saved his life as Daniel Anjorin fund hits £100k

More than £115,000 has so far been raised for the family of Daniel Anjorin after the 14-year-old was killed in a samurai sword attack on a suburban east London street while on his way to school.

In less than two days, roughly 6,000 people have donated to the fundraiser, which was set up by a close friend of the schoolboy’s brother on Tuesday, the day of the horrific incident in Hainault.

The GoFundMe page pays tribute to Daniel in its message, describing him as “a very loved boy in the local community who was always full of happiness and joy and very much loved by everybody he came across”.

Meanwhile, a “hero” injured in the sword attack has spoken for the first time since the incident as he recovers in hospital, thanking those who saved his own life.

Henry De Los Rios Polania, 35, an IT engineer from Hainault, has shared a photo on social media from his hospital bed. He was described as a “hero” for protecting his family from the assailant.

On Thursday, Marcus Monzo, 36, of Newham, appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court charged with Daniel’s murder.

Key Points

  • Tributes flood in for schoolboy killed in Hainault sword attack as tens of thousands raised for family

  • Monzo remanded in custody at court charged with murder of schoolboy

  • School pays tribute to ‘true scholar with gentle character’

  • Accused also charged with attempted murder and grievous bodily harm

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Tributes flood in for schoolboy killed in Hainault sword attack

08:00 , Alisha Rahaman Sarkar

Tributes have been flooding in for the schoolboy “who was always full of happiness and joy” after he was stabbed to death in a samurai sword attack on a suburban east London street.

Tens of thousands of pounds have already been raised for the family of Daniel Anjorin, 14, who was on his way to school on Tuesday when he was killed with a sword in Hainault.

A close friend of Daniel’s family said the teenager was “very much loved by everybody he came across... meant so much to a lot of people and will be dearly missed”.

Tara Cobham reports.

Tributes flood in for boy killed in Hainault attack as thousands raised for family

‘Hero’ stabbed in Hainault speaks for first time since sword attack as he thanks people who saved his life

07:00 , Tom Watling

A “hero” injured in the sword attack in east London has spoken for the first time since the incident as he recovers in hospital, thanking those who saved his own life.

Henry De Los Rios Polania, 35, an IT engineer from Hainault, is currently in hospital after being stabbed in Hainault on Tuesday morning.

Mr De Los Rios Polania was described by his sister, Jessica De Los Rios, 31, as a “hero” for protecting his family from the assailant.

‘Hero’ stabbed in Hainault speaks for first time since sword attack

Hainault stabbing suspect appears in court charged with murder

06:30 , Alisha Rahaman Sarkar

A man has appeared in court charged with the murder of 14-year-old schoolboy Daniel Anjorin following a samurai sword attack in east London.

Marcus Monzo, 36, appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, having also been charged with two counts of attempted murder, two counts of grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary and possession of a bladed article.

Wearing a grey tracksuit, he appeared with four prison officers and spoke to confirm his name.

Chief Magistrate Paul Goldspring remanded Monzo, of Newham, east London, in custody to appear at the Old Bailey on Tuesday.

Tara Cobham has more.

Hainault stabbing suspect appears in court charged with murder of schoolboy

Man injured in sword attack thanks emergency services for saving his life

06:00 , Tom Watling

A man injured in the sword attack in east London has thanked the emergency services and his family for saving his life.

Henry De Los Rios Polania, 35, an IT engineer from Hainault, is currently in hospital after being stabbed in his home on Tuesday morning.

Mr De Los Rios Polania was described by his sister, Jessica De Los Rios, 31, as a “hero” for protecting his family from the assailant.

Man injured in sword attack thanks emergency services for saving his life

Arsenal to pay tribute to Daniel Anjorin

05:48 , Alisha Rahaman Sarkar

Arsenal will pay tribute to the 14-year-old fan who was killed in a sword attack earlier this week in Hainaul, east London.

The team would pay tribute to the young supporter ahead of today’s match against AFC Bournemouth.

“We share in the shock and sadness of Daniel Anjorin’s death earlier this week,” Arsenal said in a statement.

“With his family’s blessing, we will make a tribute to Daniel shortly ahead of kick off tomorrow. We ask all supporters to pay their respects to Daniel with us in this moment.”

More than £10k raised for injured police officers

05:15 , Alisha Rahaman Sarkar

A crowdfunding campaign has been set up to support two police officers who were severely injured in a sword attack in Hainault, East London.

The GoFundMe initiative, launched by retired police sergeant Peter Davis, has raised more than £10,000, surpassing the initial goal of £5,000.

“These physical injuries will take months to recover from, the psychological effects even longer,” Mr Davis said.

“This fund has been created so that, when they are physically able to, they can get away with a loved one or family member to recuperate from their ordeal.”

‘Hero’ stabbed in Hainault speaks for first time since sword attack as he thanks people who saved his life

03:00 , Tom Watling

A “hero” injured in the sword attack in east London has spoken for the first time since the incident as he recovers in hospital, thanking those who saved his own life.

Henry De Los Rios Polania, 35, an IT engineer from Hainault, is currently in hospital after being stabbed in Hainault on Tuesday morning.

Mr De Los Rios Polania was described by his sister, Jessica De Los Rios, 31, as a “hero” for protecting his family from the assailant.

‘Hero’ stabbed in Hainault speaks for first time since sword attack

Arsenl FC memoriabilia

02:06 , Alex Ross

Among the bouquets of flowers and handwritten notes was Arsenal FC memorabilia as people paid their respects to Daniel Anjorin.

Mr Soyode, who said he knows Daniel’s uncle, said the family was “hard-working” and “dedicated to professionalism” and their faith.

“(Daniel) is going to one of the best schools, a private school, meaning the family struggle hard in order for them to put their children to the best ability in terms of education.

“For this to happen, nobody deserves that. Sympathy, heartfelt, with the family and the community.”

Man injured in sword attack thanks emergency services for saving his life

Saturday 4 May 2024 00:00 , Tom Watling

A man injured in the sword attack in east London has thanked the emergency services and his family for saving his life.

Henry De Los Rios Polania, 35, an IT engineer from Hainault, is currently in hospital after being stabbed in his home on Tuesday morning.

Mr De Los Rios Polania was described by his sister, Jessica De Los Rios, 31, as a “hero” for protecting his family from the assailant.

Man injured in sword attack thanks emergency services for saving his life

‘Hero’ stabbed in Hainault speaks for first time since sword attack as he thanks people who saved his life

Friday 3 May 2024 23:00 , Tom Watling

A “hero” injured in the sword attack in east London has spoken for the first time since the incident as he recovers in hospital, thanking those who saved his own life.

Henry De Los Rios Polania, 35, an IT engineer from Hainault, is currently in hospital after being stabbed in Hainault on Tuesday morning.

Mr De Los Rios Polania was described by his sister, Jessica De Los Rios, 31, as a “hero” for protecting his family from the assailant.

‘Hero’ stabbed in Hainault speaks for first time since sword attack

Here are some of the latest photos of tributes to Daniel Anjorin

Friday 3 May 2024 21:30 , Tom Watling

Below are some of the latest photos of tributes to Daniel Anjorin.

A woman with small children crouches down to read cards left amongst the floral tributes at Laing Close in Hainault for 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin (Samuel Montgomery/PA Wire)
A woman with small children crouches down to read cards left amongst the floral tributes at Laing Close in Hainault for 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin (Samuel Montgomery/PA Wire)
Floral tributes at the end of Laing Close near the scene in Hainault, north east London (PA Wire)
Floral tributes at the end of Laing Close near the scene in Hainault, north east London (PA Wire)
Members of the community, including River Hawks FC, looking at floral tributes in Hainault (Yui Mok/PA Wire)
Members of the community, including River Hawks FC, looking at floral tributes in Hainault (Yui Mok/PA Wire)

‘Hero’ stabbed in Hainault speaks for first time since sword attack as he thanks people who saved his life

Friday 3 May 2024 20:30 , Tom Watling

A “hero” injured in the sword attack in east London has spoken for the first time since the incident as he recovers in hospital, thanking those who saved his own life.

Henry De Los Rios Polania, 35, an IT engineer from Hainault, is currently in hospital after being stabbed in Hainault on Tuesday morning.

Mr De Los Rios Polania was described by his sister, Jessica De Los Rios, 31, as a “hero” for protecting his family from the assailant.

‘Hero’ stabbed in Hainault speaks for first time since sword attack

Hainault stabbing suspect appears in court charged with murder of schoolboy Daniel Anjorin

Friday 3 May 2024 19:30 , Tom Watling

A man has appeared in court charged with the murder of 14-year-old schoolboy Daniel Anjorin following a samurai sword attack in east London.

Marcus Monzo, 36, appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, having also been charged with two counts of attempted murder, two counts of grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary and possession of a bladed article.

Wearing a grey tracksuit, he appeared with four prison officers and spoke to confirm his name.

Hainault stabbing suspect appears in court charged with murder of schoolboy

Daniel Anjorin fundraiser tops £100,000

Friday 3 May 2024 18:30 , Tom Watling

More than £101,000 has been raised for the family of Daniel Anjorin after the 14-year-old died on Tuesday following a deadly sword attack.

The Go Fund Me page was set up by a friend of Daniel’s brother.

“Daniel Anjorin - was a very loved boy in the local community who was always full of happiness and joy and very much loved by everybody he came across,” the page statement reads.

“I would like to raise money for his family on behalf of his family as his brother is one of my close friends to help them with the costs of everything so please donate whatever you can donate. Would be very much appreciated!”

You can view the fundraiser here.

Man injured in sword attack thanks emergency services for saving his life

Friday 3 May 2024 17:35 , Tom Watling

A man injured in the sword attack in east London has thanked the emergency services and his family for saving his life.

Henry De Los Rios Polania, 35, an IT engineer from Hainault, is currently in hospital after being stabbed in his home on Tuesday morning.

Mr De Los Rios Polania was described by his sister, Jessica De Los Rios, 31, as a “hero” for protecting his family from the assailant.

He has since shared a photo to social media from his hospital bed, with a message thanking those who saved his life.

Man injured in sword attack thanks emergency services for saving his life

‘Hero’ stabbed in Hainault speaks for first time since sword attack

Friday 3 May 2024 16:28 , Tara Cobham

A “hero” injured in the sword attack in east London has spoken for the first time since the incident as he recovers in hospital, thanking those who saved his own life.

Henry De Los Rios Polania, 35, an IT engineer from Hainault, is currently in hospital after being stabbed in Hainault on Tuesday morning.

Mr De Los Rios Polania was described by his sister, Jessica De Los Rios, 31, as a “hero” for protecting his family from the assailant.

Read more here:

‘Hero’ stabbed in Hainault speaks for first time since sword attack

Watch: Met Commissioner Mark Rowley details Hainault sword attack minute-by-minute

Friday 3 May 2024 15:25 , Tara Cobham

Two police officers injured in line of duty were ‘recuperating well’ on Thursday

Friday 3 May 2024 14:42 , Tara Cobham

The two police officers injured in the line of duty in the Hainault sword attack were “recuperating well” on Thursday, Rick Prior, chairman of the Metropolitan Police Federation, said.

Asked about the officers’ condition, he told Radio 4’s Today programme: “Two officers were very seriously injured. The male officer suffered a serious injury to his hand and our female colleague suffered what has been described as horrifically serious injuries to her arm, where I believe it was touch and go whether or not she would actually be able to get the use of that arm back.

“But I understand that they are doing well, they are recuperating well, and as a federation we are offering all the support that we possibly can.”

Floral tributes and messages left near scene in Hainault

Friday 3 May 2024 13:25 , Tara Cobham

Floral tributes placed at the scene in Hainault (Samuel Montgomery/PA Wire)
Floral tributes placed at the scene in Hainault (Samuel Montgomery/PA Wire)
Artwork left with flowers near the scene in Hainault, north east London, where 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin was killed in a sword attack on Tuesday (Samuel Montgomery/PA Wire)
Artwork left with flowers near the scene in Hainault, north east London, where 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin was killed in a sword attack on Tuesday (Samuel Montgomery/PA Wire)
Police officers look at flowers laid at the scene of the incident in Hainault (PA Wire)
Police officers look at flowers laid at the scene of the incident in Hainault (PA Wire)

Man injured in sword attack thanks emergency services for saving his life

Friday 3 May 2024 12:13 , Tara Cobham

A man injured in the sword attack in east London has thanked the emergency services and his family for saving his life.

Henry De Los Rios Polania, 35, an IT engineer from Hainault, is currently in hospital after being stabbed in his home on Tuesday morning.

Mr De Los Rios Polania was described by his sister, Jessica De Los Rios, 31, as a “hero” for protecting his family from the assailant.

Samuel Montgomery reports:

Man injured in sword attack thanks emergency services for saving his life

Daniel’s family is in shock, says neighbour who witnessed attack

Friday 3 May 2024 11:00 , Tara Cobham

A neighbour who witnessed the sword attack said the family of 14-year-old victim Daniel Anjorin family was in shock.

“Yesterday I spoke to the father and he was shocked,” she said, adding: “He had tears. We know them, just hello and hi, seeing the kids around, a very nice family.”

The neighbour, who wished to remain anonymous, said the events of Tuesday morning, which she saw unfold from her window, had impacted her daily life. “Since this happened, I don’t even want to go outside,” she said. “I can’t even sleep during the night.”

She also praised the emergency services for their swift response.

Flowers near the scene in Hainault (PA Wire)
Flowers near the scene in Hainault (PA Wire)

Sword attack victim ‘had headphones in’ and did not hear warnings, says neighbour

Friday 3 May 2024 10:22 , Tara Cobham

Daniel Anjorin’s next door neighbour has told of how she and others had tried to shout warnings to him before he was attacked but he could not hear them because he had headphones in.

The attacker initially confronted Aiste Dabasinskaite on Tuesday morning before attacking the 14-year-old.

She said: “We were shouting and waving towards Daniel... [but] he had his headphones in so he wouldn’t hear us. It just happened right before our eyes, it was horrible.”

She also extended her condolences to the family.

“It’s horrible isn’t it, poor boy, I feel really bad for his family,” she said.

“As my next door neighbour we used to say hello and wave at each other in the mornings when he left for school.”

On the outpouring of support from the local community, she said: “It’s lovely, it’s really nice, we’ve had people coming from all over, coming and putting flowers down. They’re really supportive, we’ve got a great community here, we never expected something like this to happen.”

Artwork left with flowers near the scene in Hainault, north east London, where 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin was killed in a sword attack on Tuesday (Samuel Montgomery/PA Wire)
Artwork left with flowers near the scene in Hainault, north east London, where 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin was killed in a sword attack on Tuesday (Samuel Montgomery/PA Wire)

Watch: Marcus Monzo arriving at court charged with murder of schoolboy

Friday 3 May 2024 09:40 , Tara Cobham

Police call for witnesses as investigation into killing of Daniel Anjorin continues

Friday 3 May 2024 08:20 , Tara Cobham

Detective Chief Inspector Larry Smith, who is leading the investigation into the killing of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin in Hainault, said previously: “This is an incredibly tragic incident that has resulted in a young boy losing his life and his family devastated. On behalf of the family, I would ask that their privacy is respected.

“This is a complex investigation due to the number of crime scenes, forensic evidence, hours of CCTV footage and witnesses we need to speak to. I know that many people will want answers and we are working to provide them as soon as we can. I would also echo previous calls for patience as my officers carry out a painstaking investigation to deliver justice for Daniel, his family, those injured and the wider community.

“We are starting to build a picture of what happened on Tuesday and I want to thank everyone who has come forward to share dashcam, doorbell and mobile phone footage with us.

“Likewise, thank you to witnesses, who were no doubt terrified by what they saw, and who have made vital contributions to our investigation. Anyone who has not yet spoken to police and has any information should contact us as soon as possible.”

Tributes flood in for schoolboy killed in Hainault sword attack as tens of thousands raised for family

Friday 3 May 2024 07:00 , Tom Watling

Tributes have been flooding in for the schoolboy “who was always full of happiness and joy” after he was stabbed to death in a samurai sword attack on a suburban east London street.

Tens of thousands of pounds have already been raised for the family of Daniel Anjorin, 14, who was on his way to school on Tuesday when he was killed with a sword in Hainault.

A close friend of Daniel’s family said the teenager was “very much loved by everybody he came across... meant so much to a lot of people and will be dearly missed”.

Tributes flood in for boy killed in Hainault attack as thousands raised for family

Daniel Anjorin fundraiser surpasses £45,000

Friday 3 May 2024 06:00 , Tom Watling

A fundraiser set up by a friend of the late Daniel Anjorin’s family has surpassed £45,000 just a day after it was created.

The fund was created as a means of sending money to Daniel’s family after he died on Tuesday.

The goal of the fund is to raise £60,000. You can view the GoFundMe page here.

Local groups pay tribute to Daniel Anjorin

Friday 3 May 2024 05:00 , Tom Watling

A group called Nigerians in the UK have paid tribute to 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin, who died on Tuesday.

Hainault stabbing suspect appears in court charged with murder of schoolboy Daniel Anjorin

Friday 3 May 2024 03:00 , Tom Watling

A man has appeared in court charged with the murder of 14-year-old schoolboy Daniel Anjorin following a samurai sword attack in east London.

Marcus Monzo, 36, appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, having also been charged with two counts of attempted murder, two counts of grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary and possession of a bladed article.

Wearing a grey tracksuit, he appeared with four prison officers and spoke to confirm his name.

Hainault stabbing suspect appears in court charged with murder of schoolboy

Daniel Anjorin fundraiser surpasses £45,000

Friday 3 May 2024 01:00 , Tom Watling

A fundraiser set up by a friend of the late Daniel Anjorin’s family has surpassed £45,000 just a day after it was created.

The fund was created as a means of sending money to Daniel’s family after he died on Tuesday.

The goal of the fund is to raise £60,000. You can view the GoFundMe page here.

Hainault stabbing suspect appears in court charged with murder of schoolboy Daniel Anjorin

Friday 3 May 2024 00:00 , Tom Watling

A man has appeared in court charged with the murder of 14-year-old schoolboy Daniel Anjorin following a samurai sword attack in east London.

Marcus Monzo, 36, appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, having also been charged with two counts of attempted murder, two counts of grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary and possession of a bladed article.

Wearing a grey tracksuit, he appeared with four prison officers and spoke to confirm his name.

Hainault stabbing suspect appears in court charged with murder of schoolboy

All On The Board pays tribute to Daniel Anjorin

Thursday 2 May 2024 23:00 , Tom Watling

Tributes flood in for schoolboy killed in Hainault sword attack as tens of thousands raised for family

Thursday 2 May 2024 22:00 , Tom Watling

Tributes have been flooding in for the schoolboy “who was always full of happiness and joy” after he was stabbed to death in a samurai sword attack on a suburban east London street.

Tens of thousands of pounds have already been raised for the family of Daniel Anjorin, 14, who was on his way to school on Tuesday when he was killed with a sword in Hainault.

A close friend of Daniel’s family said the teenager was “very much loved by everybody he came across... meant so much to a lot of people and will be dearly missed”.

Tributes flood in for boy killed in Hainault attack as thousands raised for family

Daniel Anjorin fundraiser surpasses £45,000

Thursday 2 May 2024 20:45 , Tom Watling

A fundraiser set up by a friend of the late Daniel Anjorin’s family has surpassed £45,000 just a day after it was created.

The fund was created as a means of sending money to Daniel’s family after he died on Tuesday.

The goal of the fund is to raise £60,000. You can view the GoFundMe page here.

Tributes flood in for schoolboy killed in Hainault sword attack as tens of thousands raised for family

Thursday 2 May 2024 20:00 , Tom Watling

Tributes have been flooding in for the schoolboy “who was always full of happiness and joy” after he was stabbed to death in a samurai sword attack on a suburban east London street.

Tens of thousands of pounds have already been raised for the family of Daniel Anjorin, 14, who was on his way to school on Tuesday when he was killed with a sword in Hainault.

A close friend of Daniel’s family said the teenager was “very much loved by everybody he came across... meant so much to a lot of people and will be dearly missed”.

Tributes flood in for boy killed in Hainault attack as thousands raised for family

Local groups pay tribute to Daniel Anjorin

Thursday 2 May 2024 17:45 , Tom Watling

A group called Nigerians in the UK have paid tribute to 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin, who died on Tuesday.

Headteacher pays tribute to Daniel Anjorin as school mourns ‘heartbreaking loss’ of pupil

Thursday 2 May 2024 17:00 , Tara Cobham

The headteacher of Daniel Anjorin’s school Bancroft’s has paid tribute to the 14-year-old as the community mourns the “heartbreaking loss” of one of their pupils.

Simon Marshall, head of the private school in Woodford Green, said in a statement: “Daniel joined Bancroft's at seven years old and quickly became a core member of our community. He was a true scholar, demonstrating commendable dedication to his academic pursuits. His positive nature and gentle character will leave a lasting impact on us. Losing such a young pupil is something we will always struggle to come to terms with. Our thoughts and prayers at this moment are with Daniel’s family and friends.

“It seems scarcely believable that less than a year on from the terrible death of Grace O’Malley Kumar in the Nottingham attacks we are facing fresh sorrow.

“All we can do for now is to look after one another and respect the privacy of Daniel’s family – it is a time of profound grief and as a community we will endure best if we come together in kindness and compassion.”

He added that the school is open over the next couple of afternoons for members of the Bancroft's community to come and lay flowers in the Chapel and to sign a book of condolences.

Tributes flood in for schoolboy killed in Hainault sword attack as tens of thousands raised for family

Thursday 2 May 2024 16:15 , Tara Cobham

Tributes have been flooding in for the schoolboy “who was always full of happiness and joy” after he was stabbed to death in a samurai sword attack on a suburban east London street.

Tens of thousands of pounds have already been raised for the family of Daniel Anjorin, 14, who was on his way to school on Tuesday when he was killed with a sword in Hainault.

A close friend of Daniel’s family said the teenager was “very much loved by everybody he came across... meant so much to a lot of people and will be dearly missed”.

Read more here:

Tributes flood in for boy killed in Hainault attack as thousands raised for family

In pictures: Marcus Monzo appearing at court charged with schoolboy’s murder

Thursday 2 May 2024 15:30 , Tara Cobham

Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo appearing at Westminster Magistrates' Court in London on Thursday charged with the murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin (Elizabeth Cook/PA Wire)
Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo appearing at Westminster Magistrates' Court in London on Thursday charged with the murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin (Elizabeth Cook/PA Wire)

Hainault stabbing suspect appears in court changed with murder of schoolboy

Thursday 2 May 2024 14:45 , Tara Cobham

A man has appeared in court charged with the murder of 14-year-old schoolboy Daniel Anjorin following a samurai sword attack in east London.

Marcus Monzo, 36, appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, having also been charged with two counts of attempted murder, two counts of grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary and possession of a bladed article.

Wearing a grey tracksuit, he appeared with four prison officers and spoke to confirm his name.

Read more here:

Hainault stabbing suspect appears in court changed with murder of schoolboy

Daniel didn’t hear warnings before attack as he had headphones in, says neighbour

Thursday 2 May 2024 14:00 , Tara Cobham

Daniel Anjorin’s next door neighbour told how she and others had tried to shout warnings to him before he was attacked but he could not hear them because he had headphones in.

The attacker initially confronted Aiste Dabasinskaite on Tuesday morning before attacking the 14-year-old.

She said: “We were shouting and waving towards Daniel... [but] he had his headphones in so he wouldn’t hear us. It just happened right before our eyes, it was horrible.”

She also extended her condolences to the family.

“It’s horrible isn’t it, poor boy, I feel really bad for his family,” she said.

“As my next door neighbour we used to say hello and wave at each other in the mornings when he left for school.”

On the outpouring of support from the local community, she said: “It’s lovely, it’s really nice, we’ve had people coming from all over, coming and putting flowers down. They’re really supportive, we’ve got a great community here, we never expected something like this to happen.”

Bancroft’s alumni group sends condolences to family of ‘talented, gentle’ Daniel

Thursday 2 May 2024 13:05 , Tara Cobham

The Bancroft’s alumni group has sent its condolences to the family of “talented, gentle” Daniel.

Amanda Campbell, Chair of the Old Bancroftians' Association, said in a statement: “On Wednesday 1 May, the announcement was made that Daniel Anjorin, a pupil in the Lower 4th, had been tragically killed in a knife attack.

“On behalf of the Old Bancroftians' Association, I would like to add our heartfelt condolences and prayers to his family, friends and the whole school community on this devastatingly sad news.

“To lose such a young member of the Bancroft’s community has been hard to digest, and particularly when you read what a talented, gentle young man he was.

“It is at these difficult times a community needs to support and care for each other and share in the happy memories of a life taken so young.”

Daniel’s family is in shock, says neighbour who witnessed attack

Thursday 2 May 2024 12:45 , Tara Cobham

A neighbour who witnessed the sword attack said Daniel’s family was in shock.

“Yesterday I spoke to the father and he was shocked,” she said, adding: “He had tears. We know them, just hello and hi, seeing the kids around, a very nice family.”

The neighbour, who wished to remain anonymous, said the events of Tuesday morning, which she saw unfold from her window, had impacted her daily life. “Since this happened, I don’t even want to go outside,” she said. “I can’t even sleep during the night.”

She also praised the emergency services for their swift response.

Flowers placed at the scene in Hainault, north east London, where 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin, was killed in a sword attack on Tuesday (Samuel Montgomery/PA Wire)
Flowers placed at the scene in Hainault, north east London, where 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin, was killed in a sword attack on Tuesday (Samuel Montgomery/PA Wire)

Monzo remanded in custody at court charged with murder of schoolboy

Thursday 2 May 2024 11:25 , Barney Davis, in court

A man has been remanded in custody at Westminster Magistrates’ Court charged with the samurai sword murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin in east London.

Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo, 36, appeared in court with four prison officers on Thursday morning. Wearing a grey tracksuit, he spoke to confirm his name.

Chief Magistrate Paul Goldpsring remanded the 36-year-old, of Newham, in custody to appear at the Old Bailey on Tuesday if a hearing is not available on Friday.