Greenwich Council has confirmed it will “imminently” install a mobile camera where a “much loved” schoolboy from Woolwich was stabbed to death.

Daejaun Campbell was found "lying in a pool of blood" in Eglinton Road at around 6.30pm on September 22.

The 15-year-old was pronounced dead shortly after.

The News Shopper previously spoke to the community of Eglington Road where many said they’ve felt “unsafe” over the years as they were concerned about the rise of “criminal behaviour” in the area.

They claimed that their requests for a CCTV camera to “protect their children” from Greenwich Council were ignored.

One woman, who wishes to be kept anonymous, expressed her frustration, saying that she feels “neglected” by the council.

She explained: “We feel unsafe and neglected. I have been living here for more than five years now and there’s always something going on in the stairwell bit, which we call the ‘zig zag’.

“Over the years we’ve seen people stash knives in the bushes above the stairs.

“We’ve gone to the council countless of times about installing a camera here but every time we’ve gone, we’ve had no response.

“They installed a camera behind the flats for fly tipping but not the main road like we keep asking for.

“Now a boy has lost his life. It’s just not good enough.”

A spokesperson for Greenwich Council confirmed yesterday (September 30) they operate an “advanced” CCTV camera network and confirmed that the surrounding area of Eglinton Road is covered.

It added that they are not aware of any previous appeals for a camera on Eglinton Road, however they will “imminently” install a mobile camera.

They added: "It is an utter tragedy that another young life has been lost to knife crime, and we send our deepest condolences to Daejaun’s family and friends.

“The council is working closely with the police to provide any assistance they need during their investigation.

"It is horrific that another family will suffer the consequences of knife-crime, and we understand the impact this will have on the local community.”

Marko Balaz, 18, of Sewell Road, SE2, has since been charged with murder and will appear at the Old Bailey tomorrow (October 1).

A 17-year-old boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was also charged with murder and will appear at Bromley Youth Court today (September 30)

Previously, Jacob Losiewicz 18, of Church Manor Way, Abbey Wood appeared at Bromley Magistrates’ Court also charged with murder.

He was remanded in custody to next appear at the Old Bailey today (September 30).

Daejaun’s family have since paid tribute to their “much loved” son who had a “bright future ahead of him”.

He was known for “walking with the biggest smile” and “even bigger heart”, who would do his up best to help anyone.

They said: “Daejaun was a great kid who had a bright future ahead of him, he was loved by his family and friends, as well as strangers who had interacted with him, and he has left a great impression with them.

“His calming nature and enthusiastic attitude would manifest a happy atmosphere amongst his family and friends wherever he went.

“Daejaun had a joyful spirit, full of wit and charm with the incredible ability to light up a room with his presence and impactful smile.

“He is deeply loved by his family and though we should have many more years of memories with him, we will cherish the amazing memories he's left behind.

“His friends would say there wasn't anything that he couldn't do if he put his mind to it, he kept himself to himself and lived life to the fullest.

“Our Daejaun was naturally gifted, intelligent, creative and a mathematician with his quick thinking as well as musically talented.”

The family are also appealing for support and further action as they said, “this senseless killing needs to stop”.

They added: “The brutal manner which Daejaun was taken away from us is sad, and he not the first young person nor will he be the last, this senseless killing needs to stop, how many mothers, fathers, grandparents and love ones must go through this excruciating pain of releasing these heart breaking statements, sharing our grief because we have lost our children and grandchildren.

“Why are parents burying their children, when a child’s place is by their mother's side?

“We must come together to bring change, solutions need to be put in place, we must do all we can together to ensure our young have the brightest of futures. #sayhisnameDaejaun

“We as a family, again would like to thank you all for the support and kind messages.”

The full Greenwich Counil statement says: "The Royal Borough of Greenwich is appalled by the murder of Daejaun Campbell in a stabbing in Woolwich on Sunday 22 September.

"It is an utter tragedy that another young life has been lost to knife crime, and we send our deepest condolences to Daejaun’s family and friends.

“The council is working closely with the police to provide any assistance they need during their investigation.

"It is horrific that another family will suffer the consequences of knife-crime, and we understand the impact this will have on the local community.

"The Met has appealed for information on what happened, and we urge anyone with any information to contact them directly through 020 8721 4005.

"Did you see anything suspicious around the Eglinton Road area? Did you see anyone running away from the area on Sunday 22 September? Do you have any video footage? If you do then please contact police, you can upload any footage to this link.

"If you aren’t comfortable speaking to the police, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

"Victims of crime can reach out to Victim Support for help and a full list of support organisations is on the Council's website.

"Last year the Council launched its Let’s Live #KnifeFree campaign to tackle serious violence in the borough.

“Find out more about the campaign and support that's available locally: royalgreenwich.gov.uk/knifefree.

"The Council operates an advanced CCTV camera network and the surrounding area of Eglinton Road is covered.

“We are not aware of any previous appeals for a camera on Eglinton Road, however we will be installing a mobile camera imminently."