Hunt for man after boy, 15, stabbed to death in north London

Police are searching for a man they want to speak to after a teenager was stabbed to death in London.

Adam Henry, 15, described as a ‘beautiful, loyal son’ by his family, died from fatal stab wounds, just yards away from his former school.

Detectives were called at around 1.02pm on Tuesday, December 9, to reports of a stabbing on Westbourne Road in Islington.

Adam was treated for stab wounds, but later died in hospital, the Met Police said.

In a previous statement, his family said: ‘Our beautiful son, Adam, was cruelly taken away from us on Tuesday afternoon.

‘He was a loving son, brother, nephew, grandson, friend and we will never recover from the loss and not having him in our lives.

‘He had many interests and was always there with a smile and a cheeky sense of humour. He was good-natured and loyal.

‘While only 15 years old, the beautiful memories we have of him can never be forgotten.’

Detectives urgently want to speak with 22-year-old Abdel Derdour, who they say goes by many aliases, in connection with the fatal stabbing.

Police say Derdour, who was most recently seen with a moustache and facial hair, made off in the direction of Caledonian Road after the incident.

He is described as being approximately 5ft 8in, of mixed heritage with a slim build.

Chief Superintendent Jason Stewart, who leads policing in Islington, said: ‘Adam’s family have suffered an unthinkable loss, and we believe someone out there knows something that could help us bring those responsible to justice.

‘If you have seen this man in the days following Adam’s murder, please come forward.

‘Even the smallest detail could be the breakthrough our detectives urgently need.

‘Our intelligence suggests he frequents Holborn and the surrounding areas.

‘If you’d prefer not to speak with police, the independent charity Crimestoppers offers a completely anonymous way to share what you know. You will never be asked for your personal details, and you won’t have to speak to police or give a statement.’

On Monday, December 15, Tsidi Winion, of Handyside Street in Camden, was charged with murder and possession of an offensive weapon.

Winion, 20, is due to face trial on August 6, 2026.

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