Teen cleared of murder in Feltham stabbing death
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 21 Oct, 16:32 · Archive
A 16-year-old has been acquitted of murdering Maliki Sharma, 18, who was fatally stabbed in Feltham, west London.
A 16-year-old has been acquitted of murdering 18-year-old Maliki Sharma following a stabbing in Feltham, west London. A jury at the Old Bailey found him not guilty of murder, conspiracy to cause grievous bodily harm and violent disorder. The case concerned a feud between two rival groups that intensified over three days in January. A second 16-year-old defendant was also cleared of conspiracy to cause grievous bodily harm and violent disorder.
The prosecution alleged that the first defendant used a knife to stab Mr Sharma near his left armpit, with the wound partially severing an important artery. The defendant admitted possessing a lock knife but claimed he acted in self-defence. He and the second defendant said they were returning to the scene on January 12 when Mr Sharma and a friend launched a surprise knife attack.
A third teenager, who had been injured in an assault on Feltham High Street two days earlier, was convicted of conspiracy to cause grievous bodily harm with intent. Mr Sharma's friend admitted violent disorder, wounding with intent and possession of a blade. Both will be sentenced on December 18.
How it is being reported
- Teen cleared of murder after 18-year-old stabbed to death in FelthamA teenager has been cleared of murder and plotting a revenge attack after the fatal stabbing of an 18-year-old.This Is Local London · 21 Oct, 15:37
- Teen cleared of murder after 18-year-old stabbed to death in FelthamA teenager has been cleared of murder and plotting a revenge attack after the fatal stabbing of an 18-year-old.Croydon Guardian · 21 Oct, 15:37
In this story: Maliki Sharma · Feltham · Old Bailey · Catherine Farrelly KC · Feltham High Street
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