A MAN has been charged with murder after a 14-year-old boy was knifed to death as he walked to school.
Daniel Anjorin was slashed during a sword rampage in Hainault, northeast London, while four others were injured including a female cop who almost lost a hand.
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Daniel Anjorin was thought to have been slashed at random on Tuesday
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Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo, 36, from Newham, has now been charged with murderCredit: Twitter
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Daniel was stabbed to death as he walked home
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Cops lifted the cordon on WednesdayCredit: PA
Marcus Aurelio Arduini Monzo, 36, from Newham, has now been charged with murder.
The dual Spanish-Brazilian national will appear at Barkingside Magistrates’ Court tomorrow.
He has also been charged with two counts of attempted murder, two counts of grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary, and possession of a bladed article.
The families of all those affected have been informed, Scotland Yard said.
HORROR ATTACK
The horror unfolded on Tuesday just before 7am when a van smashed into a house in Laing Close.
The suspect was allegedly seen prowling the streets armed with a huge sword.
Neighbours said they shouted at Daniel as the attacker approached but because he was wearing headphones he didn’t hear them.
As he turned around he was slashed in the face by the sword, and “didn’t stand a chance,” according to one witness.
Aiste Dabasinskaaite, who watched on as it happened, told The Mirror: “My instinct was to shout and wave at him, which is what me and a neighbour did, but because he had just put his headphones on I don’t think he heard either of us.
“It was sort of a moment where we just went from shouting to just blankness, empty.”
Around 22 minutes later, the suspect was Tasered then arrested before being put under police guard in hospital.
My instinct was to shout and wave at him, which is what me and a neighbour did, but because he had just put his headphones on I don’t think he heard either of us
Aiste Dabasinskaaitewitness
Daniel was also taken to hospital but sadly couldn’t be saved and died shortly after.
Tributes have flooded in for Daniel, who was the youngest of three children from a local, church-going Nigerian family.
His mum Grace Anjorin, 49, is a science teacher, while dad Dr Ebenezer Anjorin, 59, works as a health and safety consultant.
Daniel’s heartbroken family paid tribute to a “wonderful child” on Wednesday, saying his loss “leaves a gaping wound in the family”.
They told Sky News: “No family should have to go through what we are experiencing today. Any family will understand it’s an absolute tragedy.”
Family friend Janti Charalambous, whose son was in the same year as Daniel at Snaresbrook Primary School, said at the scene: “Daniel was an amazing young man.
“He was good at his studies. He was good at his sports. Very much loved by many, many people and came from a wonderful family.
“The family are in shock. Obviously there are very heartbroken. He was such a young boy taken away from his family.
“What can we say? It’s sad that it’s happened in a family, a community like this. It’s heartbreaking.
“At least they got their time to spend with Daniel, 14 years.”
Daniel’s mum works at Holy Family Catholic School in Walthamstow, east London.
The school published a statement on its website that said: “Mrs Anjorin’s son was taken from this life suddenly this morning on his way to school. Please keep Mrs Anjorin, her husband, and their other children in your prayers.”
FOOTBALL FAN
Football-mad Arsenal fan Daniel had attended Bancroft’s School in nearby Woodford Green from the age of seven.
A friend of the schoolboy described him as a “very good person” who excelled in maths, loved football and supported Arsenal.
Friend Cyan Thompson, 19, told the Independent: “I’m way older but Daniel was better than me at maths. I was planning on playing football with him later today, but that’s not going to happen.
“He was like a prime Messi, he could get past me very easily. He was small but very jinky. He was a very determined guy. I support Man City, he supports Arsenal, it was a good rivalry.”
Tragically, the £24,990-a-year private school is the same establishment attended by Nottingham rampage victim Grace O’Malley-Kumar.
A flag at the school was yesterday flown at half mast.
The school said: “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.”
Police confirmed two officers suffered significant injuries, while two members of the public were also treated in hospital.
A GoFundMe page set up by a friend of Daniel’s brother Joshua has reached £5,000.
A note reads: “Daniel Anjorin was a very loved boy in the local community who was always full of happiness and joy and very much loved by everybody he came across.
“On the April 30, as he was going to school, he was ruthlessly attacked and unfortunately passed from the injuries he sustained.
“He was only in Year 9 and was a loved student at Bancrofts in Woodford. He meant so much to a lot of people and will be dearly missed.
“I would like to raise money for his family on behalf of his family as his brother is one of my close friends to help them with the costs of everything so please donate whatever you can donate. Would be very much appreciated!”
COPS’ PLEA
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley said one officer came close to losing her hand in the attack.
“The surgeon spent many, many hours basically putting her arm back together,” he said.
Speaking about the victim, Sir Mark said: “The first thing you have to say is for the parents involved, who’ve lost their 14-year-old, that is just horrific, and it’s everyone’s worst nightmare. I’m sure we’re all thinking about them.”
The force ruled out terrorism and said they did not believe the attack was targeted.
Detective Chief Inspector Larry Smith said: “This is an incredibly tragic incident that has resulted in a young boy losing his life and his family devastated.
“On behalf of the family, I would ask that their privacy is respected.
“This is a complex investigation due to the number of crime scenes, forensic evidence, hours of CCTV footage and witnesses we need to speak to.
“I know that many people will want answers and we are working to provide them as soon as we can.
“I would also echo previous calls for patience as my officers carry out a painstaking investigation to deliver justice for Daniel, his family, those injured and the wider community.
“We are starting to build a picture of what happened on Tuesday.
“I want to thank everyone who has come forward to share dashcam, doorbell and mobile phone footage with us.
“Likewise, thank you to witnesses, who were no doubt terrified by what they saw, and who have made vital contributions to our investigation.
“Anyone who has not yet spoken to police and has any information should contact us as soon as possible.”
Chief Superintendent Stuart Bell said: “I want to confirm at present that we do not believe there is any ongoing threat to the wider public and we’re not seeking any other persons.
“The incident does not appear to be linked to any act of terrorism.
“We do not believe this to be a targeted attack and we are establishing the circumstances at the moment.”
The force is now urging anyone with information to contact 101.
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The horror unfolded after a van crashed into a houseCredit: PA
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Four people were injured, including a cop who almost lost her handCredit: Getty
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