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London man found guilty of murdering teenager in Chatham robbery attempt
Overview
Musa Salih, 19, has been convicted at Maidstone Crown Court of murdering 19-year-old Harley Purdue during an attempted robbery in Chatham. Salih stabbed the victim eight times after attempting to lock him in a basement toilet to steal money on 2 December 2025. Following his arrest the same day, police discovered he had searched an AI app for legal advice. He will be sentenced on 4 November.
Key points
- Musa Salih was convicted of murdering 19-year-old Harley Purdue at Maidstone Crown Court.
- The attack took place on 2 December 2025 in Thorold Road, Chatham, following an attempted robbery and altercation.
- Salih stabbed the victim eight times after trying to lock him in a basement toilet to steal money.
- Police arrested Salih in Lewisham on the same day, finding that he had consulted an AI app for legal advice.
- Salih is scheduled to be sentenced on 4 November.