Jimmy Mizen: Investigation into killer Jake Farhi over reports he recorded music about murder

Margaret Mizen, the mother of the murdered teenager, expressed her shock at the reports.

“It’s very difficult to comment until I have read it,” she was quoted as saying by the Sun, “but if this is true, I am very saddened as it will be a shock to the rest of my family. However Jimmy’s legacy of forgiveness, peace and hope, which we share in schools, will not change.”

Two songs by TEN have been played on BBC Radio 1Xtra’s Introducing show, although not those with the reference to murder.

It’s understood nobody at the station knew of TEN’s true identity until the reports emerged.

The BBC said in a statement: “The song lyrics you have put to us have not been played on the BBC. Decisions on music are made on a case-by-case basis and we have strict editorial guidelines in place before any content is broadcast or posted.

“BBC 1Xtra does not glamorise violence and this individual does not feature on any playlists.”

The Parole Board decided to release Farhi in May 2023.

At the time, Mrs Mizen and her husband Barry said: “We must hold on to hope and pray that the parole board has made the right decision and that Jake Farhi will no longer pose a threat to our communities. Only time will reveal the truth.”

The couple set up the Jimmy Mizen Foundation, which is involved in charity work including helping young people in London who are fleeing violence.

Mr and Mrs Mizen were appointed MBEs in 2013.