The sister of a 16-year-old boy who was stabbed to death on New Year’s Eve has denied that he was involved with any gangs.

Harry Pitman died after he was attacked in Primrose Hill while waiting to watch the fireworks with his friends on Sunday (December 31).

His 19-year-old sister Tayla has now said in a TikTok video that her brother was a “good boy” and had a “heart of gold”.

She said: “Harry was not in any way shape or form involved with any gangs or anyone who could cause trouble.

“He’s not ever been in trouble with the police and people are making it out like Harry died because he did something wrong, when my brother’s the victim here.

“And I’m sick of this narrative that’s being portrayed that Harry deserved to die because he was involved, but Harry didn’t deserve to die because he wasn’t involved.”

The Metropolitan Police said that there is no evidence that the killing was gang-related, and has also said there is "no indication" of a racial motive.

A 16-year-old boy was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and later released on bail pending further enquiries.

Detectives from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command yesterday (January 2) arrested a 15-year-old boy on suspicion of murder and an 18-year-old man on suspicion of affray.

Both were taken to central London police stations where they remain at this time.

Detective Chief Inspector Geoff Grogan, who is leading the investigation, said: “We are aware of speculation, especially on social media, that the attack may have been racially motivated and I can confirm that there is no indication of a racial motive.

“Despite having made three arrests, I am still very keen to hear from anyone who has footage or information that could assist our investigation.

“Similarly, I would like to thank everyone who has come forward so far – the help that you have given makes a difference.”

Dozens of people, including Harry’s mum, brother and sister, gathered at Downhills Park in Tottenham yesterday (January 2) to pay their respects to the teenager.

There are also plans for Tottenham Hotspur fans to pay tribute to him on Friday evening (January 5) when their team play Burnley in the FA Cup.

Some reporting by PA.