Teenager sentenced for murder of 15-year-old Alfie Lewis in Leeds
Alfie was murdered in Leeds last year.
Last updated 21st Jun 2024
A youth has been given a life sentence for the murder of 15-year-old Alfie Lewis who was stabbed and fatally wounded in Leeds last year.
Bardia Shojaeifard, who was 14 at the time of the murder and now 15, was convicted following a unanimous verdict by a jury at the conclusion of his trial at Leeds Crown Court on May 3.
Today he was given a life sentence with a minimum term of 13 years.
15-year-old Alfie Lewis was stabbed to death "in full view" of pupils leaving a primary school, on Church Road in the Horsforth area of Leeds on 7th November 2023.
Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Chief Inspector Stacey Atkinson said: “Shojaeifard targeted Alfie in a premeditated and planned attack using murderous violence to end his young life, for which there can be no excuse or justification.
“His actions have robbed Alfie of his future and left his family and friends absolutely devastated. No sentence will ever compensate them for their loss.
“Shojaeifard will have the rest of his life to reflect on the terrible pain and heartache that his violent actions have caused Alfie’s family.”
Alfie's family released a tribute, in November last year.
They said: “I haven't got the words to describe how devastated we all are.
“Alfie you were one in a million, so funny and an all-round entertainer with your rapping and dancing feet.
“You had the biggest heart and took care of everybody around you. You will never know just how much you are loved by family and friends, and you will always be our uncle Alfie.
“We love you so much. Nothing will ever be the same without you. You will shine in the sky, as bright as you did in all our lives. I love you more than words can say, and you will always be with us forever."