Harry Pitman: Cops release CCTV images of 2 young men as they probe stabbing murder of boy, 16, at Primrose Hill on NYE
Harry's family is said to be 'devastated' after the 'vibrant young man' was killed
COPS have released CCTV images of two young men as they probe the stabbing murder of Harry Pitman on New Year’s Eve.
Harry, 16, was given CPR for ten minutes among crowds who had gathered in Primrose Hill, North London, to watch the city’s 2024 fireworks display.
Harry was reported to have been involved in a fight with another male that ended with the stab wound.
But the schoolboy could not be saved after being knifed at 11.40pm on New Year’s Eve in North London.
Metropolitan Police cops urged anyone who could identify the two individuals to get in touch after the tragedy.
Harry’s family is said to be “devastated” after the “vibrant young man” was killed.
Detective Chief Inspector Geoff Grogan, who is leading the investigation, said: “We are working at pace to identify and speak to everyone in the immediate vicinity of the murder, and to that end, I have issued two images and am asking anyone who can name the people pictured to get in touch.
“Similarly, if you see yourself pictured, please contact us without delay. It may be that you have information that could help us, or that we can eliminate you from our enquiries.
“Harry’s family is devastated. He was a vibrant young man who should have had his life ahead of him. We continue to support them as they struggle to come to terms with their loss.”
A 16-year-old boy was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder – but was released on bail pending further enquiries.
Cops also arrested a 15-year-old on suspicion of murder and an 18-year-old man on suspicion of affray.
DCI Grogan added: “Our enquiries so far have established that there was no racial or gang element to this incident, it appears to have been a spontaneous fight between two people who didn’t know each other, that quickly escalated to extreme violence.
“Despite having made three arrests, I am still very keen to hear from anyone who has footage or information that could assist our investigation, particularly if you can name any of the people in the images.
“I would also like to thank everyone who has come forward so far, the response from the public has been exceptional. Please continue to come forward if you can help.”
It comes after Harry’s grandad has described him as a “cheeky chappy” with “bright ginger hair he wore like a badge of honour”.
Speaking outside his home in Tottenham, Philip Woolveridge, 59, said: “I can’t express how devastated we are as a family.
“Moving forward is going to be a slow process. I just cannot believe he’s no longer here. I’m angry. I’m very angry.
“He is one of the biggest members of the family – being tall can make you a target. He had bright ginger hair that he grew into and he wore it well – like a badge of honour.
“He was really funny. Growing up, we looked after the children for a while and he was like Velcro to me. He was a lovely child. He was a fun-loving child, always laughing and joking.
“Every New Year’s Eve is going to be a reminder of this now.”
A huge crowd had gathered on the 200ft- high vantage point — north of Regent’s Park — which overlooks the London Eye.
Harry was the 22nd teenager to be murdered in the capital in 2023.
