A 19-year-old man from Milton Keynes has been found guilty of murdering a 15-year-old boy in Wolverhampton.
Nehemie Tampwo, from Fern Grove in Bletchley, is one of the four males who took part in a gang-related attack on schoolboy Keelan Wilson in Wolverhampton.
Keelan Wilson was stabbed 40 times whilst he was sat in a taxi in May 2018.
In the 18 months following the incident, police carried out an extensive investigation and made a number of arrests.
Nehemie Tampwo was the only person from Milton Keynes who was arrested and charged, and the remaining three men, between ages 19 and 20, were from Wolverhampton.
Yesterday, the four men were found guilty of murder following a lengthy trial at Wolverhampton Crown Court.
Detective Inspector Nick Barnes, from West Midlands Police's homicide team, said: “Keelan’s death was unnecessary and tragic. He was brutally murdered by a group who of young men who chose to carry knives.
“It’s a tragic reality that we’ve seen an increasing number of young people who decide to carry weapons.
“Our message is clear, if you carry a knife you are likely to use it. The consequences are truly devastating and those responsible are now facing lengthy prison sentences.
“Keelan was a child who had his whole life ahead of him. His loss is felt by many, the shocking amount of violence on our streets was senseless and completely incomprehensible.
“Our investigation has been incredibly complex and it’s taken some time to get those responsible charged and put through the court process. However, throughout, we shared the same desire as Keelan’s family, to bring them to justice.
“I hope the outcome today offers them some comfort. My thoughts remain with them."
Tyrique King, of Chelwood Gardens, Nehemie Tampwo from Fern Grove, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, Zenay Pennant-Phillips from North Green, Wolverhampton, all aged 19, and Brian Sasa, of Long Ley, Heath Town, aged 20, will be sentenced in March.
