Yesterday, the United Kingdom Police released a photo of Daniel Anjorin, the 14-year-old boy tragically killed in a sword attack in northeast London on Tuesday. Daniel, a pupil at Bancroft’s private school in Woodford Green, was described by his family to Sky News as “a wonderful child” who was “well loved” and “hard working.” His untimely death has left his family devastated, with his passing described as “an absolute tragedy” that has inflicted a “gaping wound” in their hearts.
Bancroft’s private school, where Daniel had been a pupil since the age of seven, expressed profound sorrow over the loss, describing him as “a true scholar” known for his dedication to his studies and his gentle character. The school’s flag flies at half-mast in honor of Daniel.
The incident in Hainault also left four other individuals injured, including two police officers. Metropolitan Police chief Sir Mark Rowley revealed that one of the officers nearly lost her hand while apprehending the suspect. Fortunately, the injuries sustained by all four victims are not believed to be life-threatening, and authorities have stated that the attack was not targeted or terror-related.
The swift response of the police was highlighted, with officers arriving at the scene within 12 minutes of the initial call. Despite their quick intervention, some officers suffered severe injuries during the confrontation. Police used incapacitant spray and a Taser on the attacker, but these measures had limited impact, leading to further violence.
Eyewitnesses recounted harrowing moments from the attack, with one describing how the assailant brandished a samurai sword after asking a neighbor for a phone to relay his location. Tragically, a boy on his way to school became another victim of the assailant’s violence, leaving a deep impact on the community.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the local area, leaving residents grappling with the trauma of the senseless violence. As investigations continue, the community mourns the loss of Daniel Anjorin, a bright young student taken too soon.
