Detectives have named the victim of a murder in Acton as 17-year-old Usaama Ali.
Although formal identification has not taken place, officers are satisfied they have correctly named the boy who was murdered on Friday (October 16) in Crown Street.
A 16-year-old boy appears in custody at Bromley Magistrates' Court on Monday (October 19) accused of Usaama's murder.
A 17-year-old boy who was arrested is currently bailed to return to a west London police station on a date in early November pending further enquiries.
Met Police were called to Crown Street on Friday (October 16) at 11.50am, following reports of a stabbing.
Usaama was taken to a central London hospital by paramedics where he was later pronounced dead.
The South Acton Safer Neighbourhood Team have thanked residents and owners of Crown Street for their patience during the investigation of the murder.
In a statement issued today (October 19), they said: "We completely understand the disruption you all faced while the crime scenes were in place but they were a necessary and vital part of the investigation.
"A very big thank you to you all."
Any witnesses or anyone with information is asked to call the incident room on 020 8721 4868, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via crimestoppers-uk.org.
