Teen Taye fatally stabbed in N18 as police make arrests
Bernard Carroll, 19, from Church Street, N9, was arrested on Monday, 6 November and charged in connection with the fatal stabbing of 16-year-old Taye in Kendal Gardens, N18. He is set to appear at Barkingside Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, 8 November.
Family supported by specialist officers
Taye’s family have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers to help them through this tragic time.
Multiple arrests and bail granted
- A 16-year-old girl initially arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on bail.
- Three others – a 20-year-old man and two 22-year-old women – were arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. All three have also been bailed.
Timeline of tragic stabbing
Police and paramedics were called to Kendal Gardens at 11.27pm on Sunday, 1 October. Despite their efforts, Taye was pronounced dead at the scene. A post-mortem on 4 October confirmed sharp force trauma to the chest as the cause of death.
Police urge witnesses to come forward
Detective Inspector Ben Dalloway said: “We thank members of the public who have already come forward. We urge anyone with information to speak to us—no detail is too small.”
Witnesses can report information through the police online portal: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/01MPS23V75-PO1
Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.
