Isle of Dogs stabbing: Man charged after Abdul Jalloh killed

The crime scene in Tower Hamlets <i>(Image: @CrimeLdn)</i>
The crime scene in Tower Hamlets (Image: @CrimeLdn)
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A man has been charged with murder after a man was stabbed to death in Tower Hamlets.

Shomiah McKenzie, 18, of Lewisham, and Cody Godfrey, 18, of Isle of Dogs, were charged on Friday, August 9 with murder.

Both men were also charged with possession of Class C drugs with intent to supply.

Additionally, McKenzie was charged with possession of an offensive weapon.

They have been remanded in custody and are set to appear at Highbury Corner Magistrates Court on Saturday, August 10th.

Abdul Jalloh, 23, was fatally stabbed on the afternoon of Monday, August 5, at New Union Close, E14.

The surrounding area was swarmed with emergency servicesThe surrounding area was swarmed with emergency services (Image: @CrimeLdn)

His family has been notified and continues to be supported by specialist officers.

A third male, a 16-year-old boy, was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender and has been released under investigation.

Police are urging anyone with information to call 101, quoting reference CAD 5113/05Aug.

For those wishing to remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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