Daniel Anjorin, 14, was killed in Hainault, London, following the sword attack (Picture: PA)
A 36-year-old man has been charged with the murder of 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin after a sword attack in Hainault.
Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo will appear at Barkingside Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, May 2.
He has also been charged with two counts of attempted murder, two counts of grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary and possession of a bladed article.
Daniel was killed as he walked to school and two Metropolitan Police officers were among those hurt as they responded to the attack on Tuesday morning.
The families of those impacted have been informed of the latest development.
Detective Chief Inspector Larry Smith 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.’
He added police are ‘starting to build a picture of what happened on Tuesday’ and offered thanks to ‘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,’ he continued.
‘Anyone who has not yet spoken to police and has any information should contact us as soon as possible.’
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