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Latest: Two more arrested over Liam Woodards killing

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Detectives investigating the murder of Liam Woodards at the Westfield Stratford City shopping centre have arrested two further people in connection with the investigation.

Mr Woodards, 24, from Plaistow, died after a fight at the shopping centre on Friday afternoon.

The two men - aged 20 and 19 - were arrested yesterday afternoon and evening of on suspicion of murder and violent disorder. Both are currently in custody at separate east London police stations.

.Nine people have been accused of with violent disorder in connection with the death and have appeared in court

Enquiries regarding the murder are continuing and detectives are still appealing for any witnesses or anyone with any information to contact them.

Anyone who can assist police should call the incident room on (020) 8345 8775 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

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