A 15-year-old boy who was stabbed to death near a primary school has been named.

Pharrell Garcia, who has been named locally, was found with fatal stab wounds in Stellman Close, Stoke Newington, on Tuesday afternoon (July 23).

The stabbing took place close to Benthal Primary School. 

Police arrested a 15-year-old boy on suspicion of murder later that evening.

Detective Chief Superintendent James Conway, who leads policing in Hackney, has said the dead boy’s family are “heartbroken”.

He added: “I know the community will be searching for answers…and will be shocked and angry at this tragic loss of life.

“I want them to know that we will do everything in our power to provide those answers and bring those responsible to justice.

“Our investigation continues at pace...with officers conducting house-to-house enquiries, reviewing hours of CCTV, and speaking to witnesses.

“Local people can also expect to see a higher police presence in the area...as our enquiries continue.”

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 101, or to contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, if they wish to remain anonymous.