Luton teen killed in fatal stabbing named as family pay tribute
The family of a teenage boy who was fatally stabbed in a Luton park have paid tribute to an “amazing brother, son, uncle and friend”.
Officers were called to Kingsway Recreation Ground to reports of a group of teenagers seen carrying knives and fighting at around 6.30pm on Friday (July 24).
A 17-year-old boy was taken to hospital with multiple stab wounds but was pronounced dead shortly after.
Police have named the victim as Bilal Nisar.
In a tribute, Bilal’s family said: “Bilal was an amazing brother, son, uncle, and friend to us all. His kindness, sense of humour and unwavering loyalty were qualities that would light up any room he walked into.
“He had a bright future ahead of him, but we cherish the memories he has left us with. May Allah SWT grant him Jannatul Firdous. Ameen.
““Indeed, to Allah we belong and indeed, to Him we shall return.”
They thanked the community for their support and asked for privacy “during this difficult time”.
Three teenagers have been charged with murder, violent disorder, and possession of an offensive weapon and appeared at Luton Magistrates’ Court on Monday. All three were remanded into custody.
A fourth boy, 17, was charged with similar offences yesterday (Tuesday) and will appear at Luton Magistrates’ Court today. Three other teenagers have been bailed pending further enquiries.
Detective Inspector Caeva Taylor said: “Our thoughts are with Bilal’s family at this difficult time.
“Our investigation into this violent incident is continuing and we are still looking for three further men who we believe were at the scene.
“We are urging anyone who has information about the incident, witnessed it or has CCTV or dashcam footage from the area around the time, to please come forward.”
Anyone who has information or footage is asked to call 101 quoting reference 40/43016/26.