Imran Maroof: Reward offered in search for stab victim's killers
Det Ch Insp Samantha Townsend said the fatal stabbing has had a "profound impact"."Imran's family and friends continue to live with the trauma," she said."One year has passed since this senseless killing, and the Met remains committed to bringing those who killed Imran to justice."She added: "If you were in the vicinity of Plashet Park on the day of the stabbing or know anything that could help us, we need you to contact us."
'Do the right thing'
Alexa Loukas, Crimestoppers manager for London, said Imran's family "deserve answers"."We hope this reward will encourage someone to do the right thing and speak up with any information that may help the police."Anyone with information can contact Crimestoppers anonymously, she said.
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