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Jermain Dafoe's brother killed in London Street attack

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    http://news.sky.com/skynews/Home/UK...n_Defoes_Brother_Dies_In_London_Street_Attack

    The half-brother of England footballer Jermain Defoe has died after being attacked in the street.


    Star's brother Jade Defoe was popular on the music scene
    Jade Defoe, 26, suffered serious head injuries in a brutal assault on Monday afternoon in Leytonstone, east London.
    He was taken to a central London hospital where he died last night.
    A 28-year-old man was being questioned on suspicion of murder today.
    Scotland Yard has launched a murder investigation following the attack, which took place between 4.15pm and 5pm in Walnut Gardens, near the junction with High Road Leytonstone.
    A Metropolitan Police spokesman said: "We do not believe a weapon was used during the assault.

    Jermain Defoe offered support
    "We retain an open mind as to any motive and inquiries continue to establish the full circumstances of the incident."
    The 28-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday on suspicion of perverting the course of justice in connection with the investigation.
    He was released on bail, but was re-arrested on Friday and remains in custody at an east London police station.
    A post-mortem examination gave the cause of death as a head injury.
    Jade Defoe, also known as Gavin and Esco Bars, was popular as a grime MC on the urban music scene.
    Over 600 friends and fans paid tribute to him on a page created on Facebook.
    Mimi Murrell wrote: "My heart goes out 2 Stace, who i know is a tuff lady and she will do ur kids n u proud.. i miss u already."
    Sabrina Bertrand, from Jamaica, said: "I can't believe my godfather is gone, love u lots."
    Jermain Defoe did not travel with his Tottenham Hotspur team mates for their match with Manchester United because of Jade's death.
    In a statement, the club said: "Our thoughts are with Jermain and his family at this sad time.
    "The club will be giving Jermain both time and support whilst respecting his and his family's privacy."


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