Woolwich bus stabbing: Two teenagers charged with murder of 14-year-old Kelyan Bokassa
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Two teenage boys have been charged with murder over the fatal stabbing of a 14-year-old schoolboy on a bus in Woolwich. Kelyan Bokassa was stabbed to death on a Route 472 double-decker bus on Woolwich Church Road at just before 2.30pm on January 7. On Wednesday, the Metropolitan Police and Crown Prosecution Service announced that two boys, aged 15 and 16, have now been charged with murder.
They are both set to appear in court late today. David Malone of the Crown Prosecution Service said: “We have today authorised the Metropolitan Police to charge two teenagers with murder following the tragic death of Kelyan Bokassa in Woolwich on January 7, 2025.
“The boys, aged 15 and 16, who cannot be named at this stage in legal proceedings, will appear at Bromley Youth Court for a first hearing on Thursday January 16. “Our thoughts remain with Kelyan’s family and friends at this difficult time. “The Crown Prosecution Service reminds everyone that criminal proceedings are active and each of the defendants has the right to a fair trial.
“It is extremely important that there be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings.". After the stabbing, Kelyan’s mother Mary Bokassa spoke of her anguish at his death. She said her son was “caring”, with interests in both football and music, but she feared he would fall victim to street violence.
