Teenager Found Guilty of Murdering Schoolgirl Elianne Andam
A teenager has been convicted for the murder of 15-year-old Elianne Andam in Croydon, shocking the community and her family.
Elianne Andam, Croydon, Hassan Sentamu, Knife Crime, Murder
Croydon: A tragic incident unfolded when a teenager was found guilty of murdering 15-year-old Elianne Andam. Hassan Sentamu, just 18, admitted to manslaughter but was convicted of murder after a jury’s decision.
The stabbing happened on September 27, 2023, in Wellesley Road. Sentamu claimed he lost control due to his autism, but the jury didn’t buy it. They found him guilty, and now he faces sentencing.
Elianne’s parents, Dorcas and Michael, expressed their heartbreak, saying their lives were shattered by the loss of their daughter. They highlighted how she had so much potential and a bright future ahead of her.
Before the incident, Elianne was trying to retrieve some belongings from a friend, which led to her crossing paths with Sentamu. Things escalated quickly when he chased her down and stabbed her multiple times.
Despite immediate help from bystanders, Elianne succumbed to her injuries. Sentamu fled the scene, trying to cover his tracks by disposing of the knife before he was caught by police.
During his arrest, he attempted to give a false name, but the evidence was clear. The community is still reeling from this shocking event, and many are calling for action against knife crime.
Sentamu is set to be sentenced on March 13, and the impact of this case will be felt for a long time in Croydon.