Daniel Anjorin: "much-loved" pupil and keen footballer
The 14-year old was killed in a sword attack in Hainault on his way to school
Last updated 1st May 2024
A 14-year-old boy killed in a sword attack as he walked to school was a "much-loved" pupil and a keen footballer.
Tributes have been paid to Daniel Anjorin, who died when the horrific attack happened in Hainault, north-east London, yesterday morning (Tuesday 30th April).
Daniel was a pupil at Bancroft's, the same independent school in east London attended by Grace O'Malley-Kumar, a medical student who was murdered in a knife attack in Nottingham last summer.
A statement has gone up on Bancrofyt's website saying: "We are devastated by the heartbreaking news of the death of Daniel Anjorin, who attended our school. This has left us in profound shock and sorrow.
"Daniel joined Bancroft's at seven-years old and quickly became a core member of our community. He was a true scholar, demonstrating commendable dedication to his academic pursuits.
"His positive nature and gentle character will leave a lasting impact on us. Losing such a young pupil is something we will always struggle to come to terms with.
"We are now doing all we can to support our entire community through this most painful situation. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with Daniel's family during this incredibly difficult time."
In an earlier letter to parents, headteacher Simon Marshall said: "It seems scarcely believable that less than a year on from the terrible death of Grace O'Malley-Kumar in the Nottingham attacks we are facing fresh sorrow."
The Metropolitan Police said a 36-year-old man remains in custody on suspicion of Daniel's murder.