Two individuals have been charged with the murder of 26-year-old Nigerian Ayowale Aladejana, who was fatally stabbed in New Cross, southeast London.
UK police have charged two individuals in connection with the fatal stabbing of Ayowale Aladejana, a 26-year-old Nigerian, at a residential address in New Cross, southeast London.
According to the Metropolitan Police, “Ben Wazabanga, 23, of Fairfax Road, Bedford, was charged with murder and possession of a knife. Ronique Belfon, 23, of Morinsbury Road, Bedford, was also charged with murder. Both were remanded in custody to appear in court on Monday, August 4.”
Police were called to Monson Road at 7:26 p.m. on Saturday, August 2, following reports of a stabbing. Despite efforts by paramedics and London’s Air Ambulance, Ayowale was pronounced dead at the scene.
A post-mortem confirmed the preliminary cause of death as a stab wound to the chest.
Detective Chief Inspector Lucie Card, who is leading the investigation, said, “Our thoughts are with Ayowale’s family and friends at this difficult time.” She urged anyone with information to come forward.
The family is being supported by specially trained officers.