Bodney Street, Hackney Stabbing Incident: Raynolph Asante, Rhamyah Bailey-Edwards, Travis Mitchell wanted by Met Police

Bodney Street, Hackney Stabbing Incident Raynolph Asante, Rhamyah Bailey-Edwards, Travis Mitchell wanted by Met Police
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Key Points:

  • Police seek three men in connection with the fatal stabbing of Jason Romeo, 20, in Hackney.
  • The attack occurred outside a property on Bodney Street at 5.59pm on February 18.
  • Police have released images of Raynolph Asante (22), Rhamyah Bailey-Edwards (21), and Travis Mitchell (21).
  • The three men are known to frequent Hackney, Walthamstow, and Deptford.
  • Detective Superintendent Kelly Allen urges the public to provide any information on their whereabouts.
  • Officers have increased weapons searches, reassurance patrols, and house-to-house enquiries.
  • Public advised not to approach the suspects but to call 999 quoting 5635/18Feb.

Who Are Police Seeking in Connection to the Hackney Stabbing?

HACKNEY – Police have released images of three men they wish to speak to in connection with the murder of Jason Romeo, who was fatally stabbed outside a Bodney Street property on February 18 at 5.59pm.

The suspects, Raynolph Asante (22), Rhamyah Bailey-Edwards (21), and Travis Mitchell (21), are known to visit Hackney, Walthamstow, and Deptford. Authorities are urging the public to assist in tracing them.


What Have Police Said About the Investigation?

Detective Superintendent Kelly Allen stated:

“Our team is working tirelessly to identify those responsible for Jason’s murder. We now need the public’s help to trace Asante, Bailey-Edwards, and Mitchell.”

She urged anyone with information to contact the police immediately.


What Steps Are Authorities Taking to Ensure Public Safety?

In response to the attack, officers have carried out:

  • Increased weapons searches
  • Reassurance patrols
  • House-to-house enquiries planned for the weekend

Det Supt Allen acknowledged the potential disruption to residents but stressed that these measures are necessary to ensure community safety.


How Can the Public Help?

Authorities are urging anyone with information on the whereabouts of Asante, Bailey-Edwards, or Mitchell to contact police immediately.

Members of the public are advised not to approach the suspects, but instead to call 999 quoting 5635/18Feb.

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