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David Lawal 'murder': Boy, 17, becomes twelfth person arrested after death in Thetford




A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a man in Thetford earlier this month.

The teen was arrested by Met Police officers in London this afternoon (Thursday, October 24) and will be brought to Norfolk for questioning.

It follows an incident on Brandon Road on (October 3) where 25-year-old David Lawal died after suffering a stab wound to the neck and chest.

David Lawal (20082916)
David Lawal (20082916)

Twelve people have now been arrested in connection with the incident and detectives continue with their enquiries.

Police are still keen to hear from anyone with information concerning the incident. Contact the Norfolk and Suffolk Major Investigation Team on 101 quoting Operation Petersfield. You can also share information online here https://mipp.police.uk/operation/363719N41-PO1.