A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder following the stabbing death of 15-year-old Darweish Mohamed in Melbourne's north. Darweish was found bleeding in the carpark of a medical centre on Lygon Drive in Craigieburn about 7:50pm on Wednesday. A Craigieburn Community Hospital employee attempted CPR, but he could not be saved.
Police investigation uncovers fight before stabbing
Police have obtained footage of a fight that occurred before the alleged stabbing and believe Darweish was ambushed by a group of youths. Four people have been arrested so far. A burnt-out car linked to the incident was found on a nearby roadside and is under investigation.
Tributes and fundraiser for victim
Heartfelt tributes have been posted on social media, including a video montage of Darweish dancing and smiling with friends. The acronyms “LLD” (long live Darweish) and “E4D” (everything for Darweish) have flooded comments. A GoFundMe fundraiser has been created to help his family with funeral costs. Organiser Mohamed Bakhit said, “It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved brother, Darweish. No family should ever have to go through a loss like this, and our hearts are with his loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.”
Arrests and charges
A 16-year-old Goulburn Valley boy was arrested on Thursday morning alongside a 20-year-old Beveridge man in Pascoe Vale. The 16-year-old has been charged with murder and will face court at a later date. The 20-year-old man was charged with criminal damage by fire and bailed. Two more teens were later arrested: a 15-year-old Fawkner girl charged with affray and theft of motor vehicle (bailed) and a 15-year-old Craigieburn boy arrested on Friday morning and being interviewed. Investigations are ongoing.
