Police search for killer of boy stabbed on London bus

Detectives searching for the killer of a 14-year-old boy who was stabbed to death on a bus in south-east London say they are working “fast” to catch those responsible.

The teenager was pronounced dead shortly after the attack while traveling on a 472 double-decker bus in Woolwich at around 14:30 GMT on Tuesday.

The crime scene on Woolwich Church Street has been cordoned off and some roads are still closed as the investigation continues.

Following the attack, Superintendent Lewis Sergeant of the Metropolitan Police described the crime as “appalling” and said his thoughts were with those close to the victim.

Police, paramedics and London Air Ambulance were called to the scene after an alert was issued by an officer on patrol.

Doctors tried to treat the boy’s injuries, but he died shortly afterward.

Addressing reporters after the attack on Tuesday, the area’s deputy commander, Superintendent Sergeant, said: “Our thoughts are with the victim’s family and friends at this time. This is a terrible crime, and I can’t imagine what they are going through.” Must have been through now.

“I know this will be a worrying time for everyone in Woolwich, and even more worrying given the very young age of the victim.”

He said police presence would be increased in the area following the crime.