A 15-year-old boy was fatally stabbed near a school, and the attacker is currently at large.

Tragedy struck in Hackney as a teenage boy lost his life after being stabbed in east London. The police have launched a murder investigation into the incident, which took place on a street near Benthal Primary School. The victim, who was believed to be only 15 years old, was found with fatal stab wounds in Hackney's Stellman Close area.

According to the Metropolitan Police, they received a call about the stabbing around 4pm, and upon arriving at the scene, they discovered the young boy's body. The area where the incident occurred is usually busy during the day, and it is believed that the suspect managed to flee the scene before the authorities arrived. The police are currently in the process of informing the victim's family about the tragic news.

Detective Chief Superintendent James Conway, who is responsible for policing in Hackney, expressed his sadness over the loss of a young life and extended his condolences to the victim's loved ones. He also acknowledged the impact of such a violent crime on the community and assured that the police are working diligently to identify and apprehend the perpetrator.

The attacker is still at large, and the police have urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward and contact them. In light of the ongoing investigation, there will be a significant police presence in the area, and some roads in the Stellman Close vicinity will remain closed for the time being. Detective Chief Inspector Kelly Allen, who is leading the investigation, appealed to anyone who may have witnessed anything unusual or suspicious in the area around 4pm to come forward and assist the authorities.

In the midst of this tragic event, the London community has once again shown its strength and resilience by coming together to support the police in their efforts to combat knife crime. The police are grateful for this support and urge the public to continue providing any information that can aid in solving this heinous crime.

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