Police title man accused of murdering 14-year-old in sword assault close to station

A suspect in the Hainault knife attack that claimed the life of a 14-year-old boy has been charged and named.

Daniel Anjorin lost his life and four others were hospitalised after an incident in the northeast London neighbourhood. Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo, 36, a dual Spanish Brazilian national who lives in Newham, is set to appear in Barkingside Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, May 2.

Monzo has also been charged with the murder of Daniel Anjorin as well as with two counts of attempted murder, two counts of grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary, and possession of a bladed article.

Relatives of those involved have been informed by police. Among those injured in the attack were two police officers.

Detective Chief Inspector Larry Smith, who is leading the investigation, said earlier: “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.”

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