Police name two teenagers they want to speak to after 14-year-old rapper was hacked to death with a machete on a bus in Woolwich amid 'turf war'
Police investigating the murder of a 14-year-old rapper in south-east London have named two teenagers they want to speak with in connection to his death.
Kelyan Bokassa was hacked to death on a bus with a machete on Tuesday, January 7, in Greenwich.
The 14-year-old was knifed 12 times whilst horrified passengers helplessly watched on.
Despite the best efforts of medics who arrived in minutes, Keylan could not be saved and he died at the scene.
Detectives investigating the senseless killing are now following a number of lines in enquiry, amid reports of an apparent 'turf war' in the capital.
The Met has issued images of Colin Chabikwa, 15, and Mosawar Zazi, 16 - two young men officers want to speak to in connection with Kelyan's death.
Kelyan's murder came as he was mourning the death of his close friend DaeJaun Campbell, 15, who was stabbed to death by a knife-wielding assassin.
Speaking to MailOnline last week Kelyan's devastated mother Mary Bokassa wept as she blamed gangs for grooming her 'kind and caring' son during a spell when he was living rough on the streets after running away from a care home in Kent.
Kelyan Bokassa (pictured) was hacked to death on a bus with a machete on Tuesday, January 7, in Greenwich
Metropolitan Police would like to speak with 15-year-old Colin Chabikwa (pictured) in relation to Kelyan's murder
Authorities are also looking to speak with 16-year-old Mosawar Zazi in connection with Kelyan's death
'He was very kind and caring. He cares about people and had a good sense of humour,' she said.
'He was very polite. He was interested in football and was a supporter of Arsenal.'
Detective Chief Inspector Sarah Lee, who is leading the investigation, said: 'Firstly, my thoughts are with the family and friends of Kelyan.
'I know his death has deeply affected many in the community and I would like to thank people in Woolwich for the support they have shown.
'Officers have been undertaking increased weapons searches, reassurance patrols and house-to-house enquiries.
'I know these can be disruptive, however it has been vital, and your patience is appreciated.
'Our team of detectives is working around the clock to identify those responsible for Kelyan's murder and appeal for your help to locate Chabikwa and Zazi.
'I would urge anybody with information about their whereabouts to contact us immediately by calling 999.
'If seen, we urge the public not to approach them, but to contact police as soon as possible'.
Mosawar Zazi (left) and Colin Chabikwa (right) as seen in CCTV images released by the Met Police
Pictured is Kelyan's heartbroken mother, Mary Bokassa holding a picture of her son
A forensic officer is seen holding a weapons tube used to collect evidence while on board the bus - January 7, 2025
Police guard a cordon after a teenager was fatally stabbed on a London bus on Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Terrified witnesses told of seeing two young men sprinting from the scene of Keylan's murder, one armed with a machete 'as long as your forearm'.
Twisted rap lyrics were later posted online mocking his death - after the teen shared videos of himself online rapping under the pseudonym 'Grippa'.
The sick verse was posted to X, and boatsed about hunting the schoolboy down and how he's 'now sittin' there stiff'.
It reads: 'Caught Grippa lackin’ on the 472. Blade in my coat, yeah, it’s do or die (do or die).
'He tried jumpin’ off, but the doors don’t slide (hah). Now he’s sittin’ there stiff with the fear in his eyes.'
It is not known who is responsible for the lyrics.
Kelyan had been an aspiring drill rapper, releasing a song on Christmas Day called 'Bangers and Mash'.
The video showed him dressed in a hoodie and mask, pretending to wave a knife as he raps: 'I'm the shortest shooter on my block but I still roll with the longest ting'.
Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is asked to call 101, quoting the reference 3795/07Jan.
The investigation team can also be contacted directly on 0208 721 4101, while information can be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
