A 14-year-old boy named Kelyan Bokassa was fatally stabbed on a London bus, leaving his family and community in shock and mourning.
London: A tragic incident unfolded when a 14-year-old boy named Kelyan Bokassa was stabbed on a bus. His mother shared the heartbreaking news, describing him as a caring and loving son.
Kelyan was on the 472 bus heading to Abbey Wood when the attack happened around 2:30 PM. Despite paramedics’ efforts, he sadly passed away shortly after.
His mom, Mary, spoke to the BBC, saying he loved cooking for his friends and was talented in music, football, and drawing. He was a former student at St Columba’s Catholic boys school, which expressed sorrow over his loss.
Kelyan was also an aspiring rapper known as Grippa. He had shared several tracks online, including one that referenced the struggles of his neighborhood. Just weeks before his death, he had paid tribute to another young victim of knife crime.
Authorities are still investigating, with no arrests made yet. The police are working quickly to find those responsible for this senseless act of violence.
Witnesses described a chaotic scene, with sirens blaring and people running away. One witness even saw a young person with a large machete. It’s a stark reminder of the violence that can erupt anywhere, even in places that seem safe.
As the community mourns, flowers have been left at the bus stop where Kelyan lost his life, a somber tribute to a young life cut short.
