Daniel Anjorin: Family thank public for donations towards new home

The family of a 14-year-old boy who died in a sword attack has thanked the public for donations to an online fundraiser and said the £150k raised will go towards a new home.

Daniel Anjorin was attacked near his home in Hainault, north-east London, as he walked to school on 30 April.

The family said a new home would provide a "place of solace" for his siblings.

The fundraiser was set up by a family friend in Daniel's honour.

A message from "Mr and Mrs Anjorin and family" posted on the page thanked the community for its emotional and financial support.

"In the wake of our son Daniel's tragic death we wish to thank you for your support which has been a source of comfort and strength to our family," it said, adding: "We deeply appreciate your generous donation."

The message 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."

The family added Daniel's funeral will be held on 17 May.

In a statement issued by the Metropolitan Police, Daniel's parents previously said they were "devastated by the loss of our beloved son Daniel".

"It is difficult for us at this time to process what has happened to him and that he will never come home. Daniel had left the house for school and then he was gone," they added.

Four other people, including two police officers, were injured in the attack.

Marcus Arduini Monzo, 36, a dual Spanish-Brazilian national living in Newham, east London, has been charged with Daniel's murder, two counts of attempted murder and two counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.

He was also charged with aggravated burglary and possession of a bladed article.

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