Six Men Appear in Court Over Alleged Role in Killer's Escape Following London Hotel Stabbing
Six men have appeared in court today, charged with assisting a murderer who fled the country after fatally stabbing a young father outside a luxury hotel in Knightsbridge, London. The incident, which occurred in broad daylight on July 9, 2025, has left the victim's family devastated and police continuing their hunt for the alleged killer.
Details of the Fatal Attack
Blue Stevens, a 24-year-old father of two, was knifed to death in front of his partner outside the Park Tower Hotel and Casino on Seville Street in Knightsbridge. The hotel is known for its premium rates, charging approximately £1,650 per night. The attack is believed to have been a targeted assault, with the alleged murderer, Youssef Razak, 25, subsequently fleeing the United Kingdom. He remains at large and is actively wanted by law enforcement authorities.
Court Proceedings and Charges
All six defendants appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court today, each facing charges of assisting acts with intent to pervert the course of justice. The accused individuals are identified as Nicholas McCoy, 22, from Compton Crescent in Chiswick; Jayden Clement-Bryan, 24, from Southville Close in Feltham; Mozahedul Alam, 26, from St Thomas Road in Chiswick; Shafwan Meah, 20, also from St Thomas Road in Chiswick; Ali Hindawi, 24, from Accolade Avenue in Southall; and Adan Hindawi, 25, from Mostyn Grove in Tower Hamlets.
Prosecutor Davi Burns stated in court, 'These charges arise out of the murder of Blue Stevens who was murdered by a male Youssef Razak. Mr Razak has now fled the country, these defendants have assisted Mr Razak to flee the country and generally escaping the course of justice.'
Additional Allegations and Specific Roles
Four of the men face further charges related to the destruction of evidence and facilitating the escape. Specifically, McCoy, Clement-Bryan, and brothers Ali and Adan Hindawi are additionally charged with helping to burn a car that was used in the murder. Alam and his sibling Meah are accused of assisting in booking a ferry for Razak to flee the country, while Adan Hindawi is alleged to have provided a vehicle for the escape. In a more direct involvement, Ali Hindawi is accused of giving Razak his own passport to travel using false documents.
Background of the Murder and Investigation
Mr Stevens and his partner were intercepted by the attacker while they were on their way to dinner at Nusr-Et, a steakhouse operated by celebrity chef Salt Bae. A hotel worker in the vicinity previously reported to the Daily Mail that Mr Stevens was stabbed in the chest as the couple walked along the pavement. Detectives are exploring multiple potential motivations behind the killing, including the possibility that it was an attempted robbery targeting the gold timepiece Mr Stevens was wearing at the time.
Family's Heartfelt Plea
The family of Blue Stevens has issued an emotional statement, expressing their profound grief and urging the public for assistance. They said, 'Nothing can undo what has been taken from us. Our lives will never be happy or complete without our Blue. We are pleading with anyone who has any information about this crime or the offender to come forward. Any information, no matter how small, could help our children to know their father's life mattered.'
The case continues as authorities work to bring all involved to justice and locate the fugitive, Youssef Razak.
