London Teenager Faces Murder Charge Over Leicester Student Death
An 18-year-old man from London has been formally charged with the murder of De Montfort University student Khaleed Oladipo, who was fatally stabbed in Leicester city centre earlier this week.
Charges and Court Appearance
Harper Dennis, of North Road in West Drayton, London, has been charged by Leicestershire Police with murder and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place. The charges follow the tragic death of 20-year-old Khaleed Oladipo, who was stabbed in the chest on Tuesday in Leicester's city centre.
Dennis is scheduled to appear before Leicester Magistrates' Court on Saturday to face these serious allegations. In a significant development, police have confirmed that the accused has also been charged with two additional counts of possession of an offensive weapon in a private place. Authorities have clarified that these separate weapon charges are unrelated to the murder investigation into Mr Oladipo's death.
Victim Remembered by Grieving Family
Khaleed Oladipo was a cybersecurity student at De Montfort University who had been living in Leicester while pursuing his studies. His family have released an emotional tribute, describing him as an "extremely loved son, brother, uncle, boyfriend and friend" who had a passionate interest in football.
The young student's death has sent shockwaves through the university community and the wider city of Leicester, where violent crime incidents involving students remain relatively rare but deeply concerning when they occur.
Police Investigation Continues
Leicestershire Police continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal stabbing, which took place in a public area of Leicester's bustling city centre. The force has not released further details about the weapon involved or the precise location of the incident, but confirmed that the murder charge relates specifically to Mr Oladipo's death.
The additional weapon possession charges against Dennis suggest police may have uncovered further evidence during their investigation, though authorities maintain these are separate matters from the homicide case. The court appearance on Saturday will mark the beginning of formal legal proceedings in what has become a high-profile case involving a university student's violent death.
