January 25, 2024, 20:12 | Updated: January 25, 2024, 20:47
Tyler Donnelly.
Photo: Metropolitan Police Department
A murder investigation has been launched after the body of a 19-year-old man was found in a west London park.
Police were called at 7:40 a.m. on January 25 to reports of an unresponsive man in Hanworth Park.
Officers attended the scene and found the body of 19-year-old Tyler Donnelly, who had been stabbed to death.
Next of kin have been notified, but formal identification is awaited, the Metropolitan District said.
A post-mortem examination will be conducted at a later date.
No arrests have been made, but a large crime scene remains in the park.
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Detective Superintendent Shaun Wilson, who leads Hounslow Police, said: “It is sad to see another young life cut short unnecessarily. I would encourage anyone with information about those responsible to contact our investigation team.” said.
“I know this incident will be a shock to those who live and work in the area and my officers will be carrying out additional patrols to provide reassurance to the community.
“If you have any concerns or concerns, please speak to a police officer or contact your local policing team.
“We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as our team of experts work on site and conduct the investigation.”
Detective Chief Inspector Brian Howie, who is leading the investigation at the Metropolitan Police's Homicide Command, said: “We received a call from a member of the public shortly after 7.40am reporting that they had found the body of a man in Hanworth Park. The suspect has been identified as 19-year-old Tyler Donnelly from Feltham.
“Tyler left his home around 9:10 Wednesday night and rode his bike along Elmwood Avenue and at some point entered a park. He never returned home.
“If you were at the park and saw something, regardless of why you were there, please contact us. Our focus is on what happened to Tyler and who was responsible.
“Similarly, as you drive down Elmwood Avenue, walk home, or walk down Elmwood Avenue, do you notice something? Perhaps you see Tyler in black riding a gray bicycle? Or did you see him with someone?
“The H25 bus route passes through Elmwood Avenue, did it pass through this area on Wednesday or early Thursday morning? Did you see Tyler or anyone matching his description?
“Tyler's family and friends are inconsolable after receiving the worst possible news. Our thoughts are with them and they are being supported by specialist police officers.”
Anyone with information or footage of this incident can also call police on 101 or tweet 'X' @MetCC quoting 1197/25JAN.
To maintain complete anonymity, call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.