Police name 14-year-old boy killed in Woolwich shooting

3 Apr 2026 • 11:50 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Eghosa Ogbebor, a 14-year-old boy, was fatally shot in Woolwich, south-east London, on Thursday afternoon.
  • The incident occurred on Lord Warwick Street around 3.40pm, prompting a murder investigation by the Metropolitan Police.
  • Authorities have arrested three suspects: two boys, aged 14 and 16, and an 18-year-old man, all on suspicion of murder.
  • Detective Chief Inspector Lucie Card confirmed that Eghosa's family is receiving support and requested privacy during this difficult time.
  • Police have increased their presence in the Woolwich area and are appealing to the public for any information related to the shooting.

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