Sword-attack victim Daniel Anjorin’s family thank public for donations that will pay for new home
THE family of a teenager killed in a sword attack have thanked the public for donations that will pay for a new home.
Daniel Anjorin, 14, died as he walked to school in Hainault, East London, on April 30.
A GoFundMe page has so far received more than £150,000.
A message from “Mr and Mrs Anjorin and family” said: “We wish to thank you for your support which has been a source of comfort and strength to our family.”
They added: “Due to the trauma of Daniel’s death particularly on his siblings we have decided to use the donation provided towards establishing a new family home.”
“This home will not only provide a place of solace and gathering for our family but will also stand as a lasting tribute to Daniel’s legacy.”
They also said that Daniel’s funeral would be held on May 17.
Daniel’s school, Bancroft’s in Woodford Green, previously called Daniel a “true scholar”, who had a “positive nature and gentle character”.
The private school was seen flying its flag at half-mast following the tragedy.
Marcus Arduini Monzo, 36, a dual Spanish-Brazilian national living in Newham, East London, has been charged with crimes including Daniel’s murder and two attempted murders.
The Met previously ruled out terrorism and said they believed the attack was not targeted.