Man arrested after Central London quadruple stabbing leaves father and son dead
Police have charged a man with two counts of murder after a father and son were killed in a shocking stabbing in central London that took place in broad daylight.
Four people were stabbed in the Monday, July 28, incident, which took place at a business on Long Lane in Southwark at around 1pm. Tragically, dad and businessman Terry McMillan, 58, was killed alongside his son Brendan McMillan, 27, in the horrifying mass stabbing. Both victims were from Chislehurst, Bromley.
Two other men injured in the incident suffered stab wounds and were rushed to hospital by responding emergency services.
Police officers arriving at the scene arrested one individual in the aftermath, who was then also taken to the hospital for medical treatment.
The Metropolitan Police have identified the arrested man as British citizen Hassan Cevik, 31, of Mount Pleasant Lane in Hackney, who was discharged from hospital over a week later on Saturday, August 9. Officers charged him with two counts of murder a day later on Sunday.
Hassan Cevik is also facing an additional charge of grievous bodily harm in relation to a third man, aged 47, as well as possession of an offensive weapon. The 31-year-old will appear before magistrates in Croydon on Monday.
Tribute to 'kindest, funniest' man
Brendan MacMillan, 27, was an avid rugby player whose team paid a touching tribute to a kind and funny man, who his teammates will miss "more than words can say."
Old Colfeians Rugby Club shared the following tribute on Instagram in the aftermath of Brendan's death, stating: 'Yesterday, Old Colfeians lost a member of our family, one of the kindest, funniest, most genuine people you could ever meet.
'Brendan lit up every room he walked into, forever smiling, always cracking a joke and always full of life. His absence will be deeply felt for a long time to come.
'We will miss him more than words can say and we'll always carry his memory with us. We are also mourning the loss of his beloved father, Terry, a long time supporter and sponsor of the club.
'Our thoughts and prayers are with their family and friends during this incredibly difficult time. Rest in peace, Brendan McMillan. Rest in peace, Terry McMillan.'
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