Appeal to identify man in connection with murder of Deshaun Tuitt

Detectives investigating the murder of Deshaun Tuitt in Islington have released an image of a man they want to speak with.

Fifteen-year-old Deshaun James Tuitt was fatally stabbed in Highbury Fields, N5, shortly before 21:00hrs on Thursday, 4 August 2022.

Detective Inspector Ben Dalloway said: “Our investigation into Deshaun’s death is ongoing and we want to hear from anyone who can name the man in the picture.

"I urge anyone who has information about the man pictured, or about Deshaun’s murder, to please do the right thing and get in touch either in person or anonymously. His family are desperate for answers and we are doing everything we can to get them the justice they need.

“If the man in the image is you, don’t wait for us to contact you, please get in touch without delay.”

Anyone with information should contact police as soon as possible on 0208 345 3865 quoting 7948/04AUG22.

To remain 100 per cent anonymous call independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit Crimestoppers-uk.org.