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Homicide victims in London in 2025

Total: 22 (last updated 15/4/25)

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Gregory Castillo Volquez — Kelyan Bokassa

Note: This is not an official record and may differ from any lists compiled by police etc. It includes murder and manslaughter cases. Other deaths (e.g. unexplained) are listed separately at the end

Larry Chaters, 68, died in hospital on 2 January. He had been admitted to hospital on 27 December 2024 after suffering injuries, including rib fractures and a collapsed lung, during an incident at his home in Cormont Road, Camberwell, in the London borough of Lambeth. His son Craig Chaters, 37 (03/10/87), also of Cormont Road, was was arrested on 2 January and charged with murder.
Kelyan Bokassa, 14, was stabbed on a 472 bus in Woolwich Church Road, near the junction with the A205 South Circular Road, in Woolwich in the London borough of Greenwich, at around 2.30pm on 7 January. He died at the scene. DCI Martin Thorpe said: “The incident happened shortly before 14:30hrs on a route 472 bus on Woolwich Church Street, SE18 at the Woolwich Ferry bus stop. If anyone saw this horrific attack or was in the area then I urge them to come forward and speak to officers. We’re particularly interested in any mobile phone footage that captured this incident or any dash cam or doorbell footage from around the surrounding area at the time of this incident.” Two boys aged 15 and 16 were arrested on 15 January and charged with murder the following day.
Gregory Castillo Volquez, 36, was found stabbed after police were called to reports of a fight at a block of flats on Tiverton Road, Tottenham, Haringey, at 4.55am on 13 January. He died at the scene. Gregory was a father-of-two from the Dominican Republic. Five men and a woman were charged with murder: Carlos Alfredo Ramirez Tavarez, 27 (24.08.1996), of Tiverton Road, N15, Edison Dario Canario Perez, 22 (6.6.2001), of Tiverton Road, N15, Joan Perea, 20 (07.10.2004), of Tiverton Road, N15, Naiara Lizeth Hernandez-Bonilla, aged 20 (2.6.2004) of Birnam Road, N4, Gabriel Francisco Pineda Gonzalez, aged 20 (17.04.2004) of High Trees, SW2, and Benito Ramirez Kones, aged 19 (27.06.2005) of Fermain Court East, N1.
Marianne Kilonzi, 43, was found dead at a flat in Argyll Road, Woolwich, after concerns were raised with police in a call at 5.25pm on 17 January. The cause of death was recorded at a postmortem examination as blunt force trauma and head injury. Detective Chief Inspector Suzanne Soren, Specialist Crime South, said: “At this early stage we believe the suspect was known to the victim and we are carrying out urgent enquiries to trace a named individual.”
Jamelatu Tsiwah, 31, was found unresponsive at a residence in Bensham Lane, Croydon, after police were called at around 7pm on 20 January. She was pronounced dead at the scene. The cause of death was recorded at postmortem examination as compression of the neck. Suspect Larry Nimoh 21, (12.07.03), of no fixed address, was charged with murder and attempted murder. He was known to Jamelatu. DCI Alex Gammampila said: “I am still keen to hear from anyone who may have been in Bensham Road on Monday between 18:00hrs and 19:00hrs. I would like to hear from you if you think you may have seen something suspicious taking place, or if you saw someone fleeing from the property on Bensham Lane. Any information is important to us and we take every report and reflect it into our investigation.”
Mark Talbot, 75, was found stabbed at his home in Deodar Road, Putney, Wandsworth, after police were called at 3.36am on 24 January. He was pronounced dead at the scene. His son Rory Talbot, 30 (12.10.94), of Mossbury Road, Wandsworth, was arrested and on 25 January was charged with murder.
A 36-year-old woman was found dead at a flat in Coulter Road, Hammersmith, in the borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, after police were called at 10.13pm on 9 February about a man who was attempting to force entry. She had suffered what appeared to be a head injury. A 38-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and remains under investigation. He pleaded guilty to possession of an offensive weapon and was sentenced to 42 weeks imprisonment. DCI Ollie Stride said: “we still need to have an understanding of what took place last night in Coulter Road. Did you see or hear anything unusual on Sunday, 9 February? If you did, then please speak with us by contacting 101, and quoting CAD 6487/9Feb. You can otherwise contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
Dariusz Serafin, 33, was stabbed near the junction of Sydney Road and Regina Road in Hanwell, Ealing, on 10 February. Police were called at 10.30pm after he walked into the Grosvenor pub in Oaklands Road with several stab wounds. He died at the scene. DCI Alison Foxwell said: “We urge anyone with information to contact us urgently. There may also be CCTV, ring doorbell or dash cam footage which may be relevant to the investigation. We urge anybody who was in the area to check their footage from between 20.30hrs and 22.30hrs on Monday, 10 February, and to notify the police if they believe they have captured anything which may assist our investigation.” Dariusz’s family said in a statement: “Dariusz, known for his boundless empathy and loving spirit for people and animals, touched everyone he met with his kindness and compassion. His presence will be deeply missed, but his memory will live on in the hearts of those he loved. In his honour, his family urges everyone to help end senseless knife crime in the streets of London, and to assist in bringing the person responsible for his death to justice. Rest peacefully, Dariusz.”
Jason Junior Romeo, 20, was stabbed in Bodney Road, Hackney, on 18 February. Police were called to reports of a fight at 5.59pm and the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Three men were charged with murder on 23 February: Raynolph Asante, 22 (13.03.2002) of Pembury Road, Hackney, Travis Mitchell, 21 (23.07.2002) of Bodney Road, Hackney and Rhamyah Bailey-Edwards, 21 (21.08.2003) of Williams Avenue, Walthamstow. Two others, Renaldo Roberts, 25 (20.02.99) of Hobbs Place Estate, E1, and Joshua Ogedengbe, 19 (02.08.05), of Brownhill Road, SE6, were charged with murder following their arrests on 25 and 26 February.
Fredi Rivero, 75, was found injured after police were called to reports of an assault in Seven Sisters Road, Holloway, Islington, at around 11.35pm on 27 February. Fredi, a Bolivian national, was taken to hospital but died on 28 February. Three teenage girls aged 14, 16 and 17 were charged with murder on 1 March. Police continue to appeal for information. DI Devan Taylor said: “Fredi Rivero was a much loved father, whose family are devastated by his death. I also know his death has also shocked this tight-knit community. If you remember seeing Fredi or have any information which could support with the investigation, please contact us.”
Ana Maria Murariu, 45, was found injured at a residence in Jubilee Road, Perivale, Ealing, after police were called to reports of a disturbance at 1.40am on 28 February. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Mugurel Nica, 50 (10.03.74) of Perivale, who was known to the victim, was charged with murder on 1 March.
Charlie Prodromou, 63, was assaulted outside The Watch House pub in Lewisham High Street on 1 March. Police were called at 8.39pm and he was taken to hospital with serious injuries. He later died in hospital. Paul Tallant, 42 (01.10.82), of Eltham, was arrested near the pub and on 3 March was charged with murder.
Miller John, 61, was found dead at his home in Homerton Road, Hackney, on 3 March. Police went to the address after the suspect attended a police station at around 10am that day. Peter John, 59, the victim’s brother, was charged with murder.
Lathaniel Burrell, 16, was shot in Paradise Road, Stockwell, Lambeth, on 4 March. Police were called at around 2.30pm. The boy was pronounced dead at the scene. Suspect Omar Prempeh 32 (22.12.92) of Stanstead Road, Forest Hill, was arrested in Croydon on 7 March and charged with murder the following day. A 17-year-old boy was charged with murder on 12 March. Jeffery Frimpong, (09.05.1994) of Smedley Street, Lambeth, and another 17-year-old boy were charged with murder on 27 March.
Michelle Mileham, 51, was found stabbed after police were called to a residence in Holstein Way, Thamesmead, shortly before 3pm on 11 March. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Her brother Gordon Mileham, 53, was also found with stab injuries but police said his death was not being treated as suspicious. Michelle’s death is being treated as murder.
Andrew Clark, 43, was assaulted in Upper Elmers End Road, Bromley, on 16 March. Police were called at 8.24pm and he was taken to hospital with head injuries. Andrew died on 19 March. Suspect Demiesh Williams, 29 (10.06.1995), of Fir Tree Gardens, Croydon, was charged with murder on 25 March.
Troy Ramsundar, 34, was found with a stab injury after police were called to Brixton Road, Brixton, in Lambeth, at around 5.10am on 20 March. Suspect Ibrahim Gonclaves-Cumare, 30 (15.03.1995), of no fixed address, was charged with murder on 23 March.
Mahad Abdi Mohamed, 27, was found shot in the head in Waverley Road, Tottenham, Haringey, after police were called at around 8.45pm on 20 March. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Another man aged 26 was treated for a gunshot wound to the leg. Detective Chief Superintendent Caroline Haines said: “Two men were shot on a residential street last night, with one man sadly losing his life. I will now ask for anyone who was in the area, past 20:00hrs last night, to please contact police if you heard or saw something suspicious. Your knowledge is crucial to us, and it may help us locate the suspects. Please do the right thing and come forward, you will be supported.” Mahad’s family said in a statement: “Our family is grieving the profound loss of a son, a brother, a father and a friend. We kindly ask for privacy during this incredibly difficult time. We are grateful for your understanding and support.”
Keiron Charles, 17, was found stabbed after police were called to Erconwald Street, near the junction with Du Cane Road and Old Oak Common Lane, in Shepherd’s Bush, Hammersmith and Fulham, at around 1.10pm on 5 April. He died at the scene. Two 16-year-old boys were charged with murder on 7 April.
Sarah Reynolds, 58, was found at a residence in Towpath Way, Croydon, after police were called at 4.55am on 12 April. She died at the scene. Earlston Bennet, 57, (17.03.68) of Towpath Way, Croydon, was charged with murder on 14 April. Police said he was believed to be known to Sarah. Detectives appealed for information from anyone who interacted with Sarah over the previous weeks.
Hien Thi Vu, 45, was found seriously injured at her home in Hatfield Close, New Cross, Lewisham, at around 6.41am on 13 April. She died at the scene. Her husband Hai Van Nguyen, 41 (29.04.1983) of Hatfield Close, Lewisham, was arrested after handing himself in at Lewisham police station at 6.52am. He was charged with murder on 14 April.
A 21-year-old man was stabbed in Hillingdon Street, Walworth/Kennington, Southwark, at around 9.16pm on 14 April. He died at the scene. Five men and a woman were arrested on suspicion of murder. Borough Commander Emma Bond said: “I would like to appeal to the public for information. Please, if you saw, heard or have any footage following last night’s incident then please come forward. Your information can significantly help our detectives with their investigation. You can do so by calling 101, referencing CAD 7392/14APR.”

This page will be regularly updated. We try to track each case through the progress of the investigation up to conviction and sentence (if applicable). Contact us at mailbox@murdermap.co.uk if you would like to raise any issues.

The following deaths have not been included in the list:

A newborn baby was found dead inside a bag near All Saints Church in Notting Hill on 25 March. A woman, aged in her 30s, was later arrested on suspicion of concealing a birth, neglect and infanticide.

An 80-year-old woman was found dead in her flat in Abbey Orchard Street, Westminster, after police were called at around 2.40pm on 4 March. A 17-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of murder. The Metropolitan Police said detectives from the Met’s Central West area’s public protection team were leading the investigation, with support from the Specialist Crime Command.

Pepita Sakirecili, also known as Pepita Garcia, 75, was found dead after police forced entry to a residence in Reynardson Road, Tottenham, on 13 January. Officers had been alerted by a welfare call from the London Ambulance Service. Pepita is believed to have died some time before Christmas 2024 and Dominic Whitton, 40 (22.04.1984) of Reynardson Road, N17, has been charged with preventing a lawful burial. In an appeal for information in February 2025, police said the cause of death was unknown. DI Barry Hart said: “We are keen to hear from anyone who may be able to provide any background on her life. We would like to build a picture as to what may have happened to Pepita. We are also appealing for anyone with mobile phone or dashcam footage, taken in Reynardson Road between 16, October 2024 and 31, January, to contact police. I am particularly keen to trace a taxi driver who drove Pepita to the address in Reynardson Road in August 2024 and witnessed Pepita struggling to lift building supplies that she had bought. We believe the driver was concerned about her welfare and may have recorded Pepita on their mobile phone.”

Nazire Koreli, 54, was reported missing from the Welling area of southeast London on 28 February 2025 and a man was arrested on suspicion of murder on 10 March. Police said early inquiries indicated Nazire had not been seen or heard from since September 2024. DCI Wayne Jolley said: “We are keeping an open mind and this is currently being managed as a missing person investigation. Officers have arrested a man in connection with Nazire’s disappearance who remains in custody. Nazire had many friends and acquaintances in the Bexley area, so we are particularly interested in hearing from anyone who may have seen her from September 2024 to March this year.”

Fugitive in Yemen: Farouk Abdulhak and the unsolved murder of Martine Vik Magnussen

Martine Vik Magnussen was last seen alive leaving a nightclub in London’s West End with the son of one of the wealthiest businessmen in Yemen.

It was around 2am on 14 March 2008. Martine, a 23-year-old student from Oslo, Norway, had been celebrating with friends after finishing her exams at Regent’s Business School, a private university within a royal park in northwest London. And there was good reason to do so – Martine had come top of her class.

The man she left with was no stranger. Farouk Abdulhak, whose father Shaher Abdulhak is said to be a billionaire with political connections to a former president in Yemen, was studying the same course as her – international business – at the same university.

However, when they were unable to reach her the next day, her friends reported her missing to the police.

On the morning of 16 March officers began searching a property that Abdulhak rented at 222 Great Portland Street.

At 10.30am they found Martines body partially buried under rubble in the basement. She had been beaten and strangled. Her jeans, her watch, her handbang, snakeskin shoes and Christian Dior earrings were all missing. A postmortem gave the cause of death as compression of the neck.

Martine’s body was found in the basement of 222 Great Portland Street, London

Abdulhak was an obvious person of interest to detectives investigating the murder. However Abdulhak had left the UK within hours of the killing on a plane to Cairo in Egypt. From there, he travelled to Yemen. He has remained there ever since.

Why? Mainly because the UK does not have an extradition treaty with Yemen, which might have allowed him to be sent here for trial for murder. And, since 2011 at least, because of the fragile state of the country. The president at the time of the murder, Ali Abdullah Saleh, was said to be a close friend of Shaher Abdulhak. But in 2012 Saleh was removed from office and succeeded by his vice-president. Three years later the Yemeni civil war began between the Houthi rebels and the Saudi-backed government. Saleh was apparently assassinated after switching sides in 2017. The war continues to this day.

Farouk Abdulhak, who also uses his mother’s surname Besher, was first publicly named as a suspect in June 2008, three months after the murder. It has been reported he lived in the capital Sana’a, married a Yemeni woman in 2014 and had at least two children.

The legal proceedings in the UK got no further than the inquest at Westminster Coroner’s Court on 24 November 2010, when the coroner recorded a verdict of accidental killing.

Farouk Abdulhak is denying our family any closure by not taking his responsibility seriously, choosing not to return to the UK where the crime took place. He seems to be untouched by the simple values of respect, dignity and tolerance that are expected in any civilised society. These past six years he has continued to build his life in the Yemen showing no remorse or common decency.
Petter Magnussen, Martine’s father

Every year since, detectives have repeated appeals for Farouk Abdulhak to return to the UK to face justice. And while there were reports in 2018 that he had attempted to make contact with lawyers through the Houthi leaders, nothing appears to have come of it.

In March 2022 a woman in her 60s was arrested of suspicion of assisting an offender. DCI Jim Eastwood described the arrest as a “positive step” and added: “Farouk Abdulhak should be aware that this matter has not, and will not, go away. My team and I will continue to seek justice and use all opportunities available to pursue him and bring him back to the UK. His status as a wanted man will remain and we will not cease in our efforts to get justice for Martine’s family. I’m appealing to Farouk Abdulhak directly. Come back to the UK. Come back to face justice.”

The following year, Abdulhak provided his explanation of Martine’s death for a BBC documentary. In a text message he claimed it was “just a sex accident gone wrong.” He said that he “could barely piece together what happened” because he was taking cocaine. Abdulhak added: “1: I deeply regret the unfortunate accident that happened. 2 regret coming here should have stayed and paid the piper.”

In a further appeal in 2025, the Metropolitan Police issued a newer photograph of Abdulhak.

My message is directly to Farouk Abdulhak.

You have been running and hiding for 17 years. You participated in a BBC documentary, providing your explanation as to what happened. It is time to grow up and face your responsibilities to Martine and her family.

Come to the UK now and explain all to a court and jury. Our pursuit of you will not stop.
Detective Inspector Jim Barry, speaking in 2025

Martine’s father has described her in a statement as “trustworthy, warm and considerate”. He added: “Not a day goes by where she isn’t foremost in our thoughts. We miss her every hour of every day.”

Call police on 020 8358 0300 or the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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The unsolved murder of James Akinwande in Brixton in 1994

Eighteen-year-old James Akinwande was chased and stabbed to death in the street after leaving The Vox nightclub in Brixton, south London, on 16 January 1994.

James Akinwande, pictured as a teenager and and as a young boy

He had spent the night with his friends at The Vox, which in the early 1990s had forged a reputation for music and dancing.

The Vox was understated, under-represented and in south London, defined by its particular connoisseurs; a generation of a culturally eclectic mix driven by the love for rare groove, jazz and equal predilection to dance with the vivacity, class, style and originality that echoed in the diversity and quality of music.
Franklyn Rogers via Writers Mosaic website

However in the early hours of that Sunday morning The Vox closed early after the event was spoiled a series of fights.

James and his friends were heading home when a “large group of men” singled him out in the street outside Boots The Chemist in Brixton Road.

He was chased down, beaten and stabbed in the chest and left arm before breaking free of the group by slipping out of his distinctive red and dark blue FILA jacket and running towards a police van parked in Brixton Road.

The FILA jacket James was wearing was stolen and has never been recovered

James was given first aid by police officers until an ambulance arrived but died after being taken to King’s College Hospital for treatment.

The case remained unsolved more than 30 years later and in January 2025, the Metropolitan Police issued a new public appeal and offered a £20,000 reward for information leading to the conviction of his killers.

Detective Superintendent Katherine Goodwin said: “We are still actively searching for the group of young men involved in this horrific attack. We have not given up hope of securing justice for James’s family and providing them with the answers they so desperately need after such a long and painful wait.

“If you were involved in the incident, be aware that we are still looking for you. We are now offering a reward of up to £20,000 for information that leads to the successful charge and conviction of the person or people responsible.

“Think back to 1994 – did you attend this music event? Did you witness the attack on James? You may have been younger then and got involved in something you were not comfortable with, or now regret not speaking out about. If you saw or heard anything, then please come forward to talk with us. It is really important we find out what happened on that night, 31 years ago.

“We have a team of specialist officers who will support you throughout, please do the right thing.”

Police said James’ red and blue FILA jacket “was stolen on the night of the attack and remains missing.”

To provide information to the police call 101, quoting Operation Poldark or CAD1203/16Jan25, or the incident room on 0208 785 8267.

If you want to remain anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

In 1994, our family experienced an unimaginable loss when James was tragically murdered at just 18 years old. James was a light in our lives. He was generous, endlessly funny and filled with a positivity that brightened every room he entered. His laugh, his energy and his love for life are deeply missed every single day. The perpetrators of this senseless act tore a void in our family that can never be filled. His mother, devastated by the loss of her son, has never been the same and finds it too painful to even visit his grave. The impact of James’ absence is felt in every moment, and we continue to grieve the life he was so cruelly denied.”
Statement by James’ family in 2025

Unsolved murders in London: 2024

Ten homicides in London in the year 2024 remain unsolved. Can you help? Contact the police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 111 555.

Jonah Ho-Shue, 24, was stabbed in Albert Road, Crouch End, Haringey, at around 10.43pm on 4 January.

He died at the scene and the cause of death was recorded as a stab wound to the arm.

Five people – three men aged 23, 24 and 25, and two women aged 25 and 29 – were arrested on suspicion of murder and remain under investigation but nobody has been charged.

Detectives are offering a reward of up to £20,000 for any information which leads to the identification, arrest and prosecution of the person responsible.

Detective Inspector Emma Sharp said: “We understand that those with information may be concerned, but please, contact us to help give Jonah’s family the justice they deserve.”

He was a loving brother, son, cousin, uncle and a grandson and our hearts are broken. I wouldn’t want anybody to go through what we’ve been through as a family. I’m appealing for anybody who has information, even if you think it’s small, please come forward, please ease my family’s pain by doing the right thing.
Statement released by Jonah’s family

Kamonnan Thiamphanit, 27, was found dead at her home in Stanhope Place, Marble Arch, City of Westminster, when police officers forced entry to the address at around 8.30am on 8 April.

She had suffered stab injuries and the cause of death was recorded at postmortem as sharp force trauma.

Kammonan, who was born in Thailand and also had Chinese/Hong Kong nationality, had been living in the UK for around nine years. She first came to study at university and at the time of her death was working in London in property management.

She was renting out the flat in Stanhope Place as an AirBnB property. The building was formerly the Ethiopian embassy.

Police were contacted with concerns about her welfare twice on the evening of 7 April, at 7.05pm and 9.34pm, and officers initially graded the missing persons enquiry as ‘medium risk’.

The Metropolitan Police referred itself to the Independent Office for Police Conduct because of this previous contact.

Police believe she was killed by someone known to her on 6 April. An inquest heard the suspect fled the country after the attack and detectives were seeking to gathering enough evidence to make an extradition request.

However no suspect has yet been arrested or charged.

Angela’s family said in a statement: “We are unspeakably hurt by the loss of our dearly loved one and are sincerely thankful for the relentless efforts of the British police in investigating this tragic event.”

Two men were found dead after a house fire in Forest Road, Walthamstow, Waltham Forest, on 21 April 2024.

Police were called to the blaze at 10.24pm. The victims have not been publicly named by police but were said to be aged 34 and 25. The Independent reported that they were immigrants from Algeria.

A murder investigation was launched on 23 April.

Detective Chief Inspector Matt Webb, leading the investigation, said: “We believe that there may have been an incident outside the address in Forest Road before the fire started and I am very keen to hear from anyone who witnessed something or perhaps has doorbell or dashcam footage.

“Two people’s lives have been cut short as a result of this fire and we are determined to find those responsible. If you have heard something or have information about this incident please don’t hesitate to get in touch.”

Jazmel Patterson-Low, 26, was shot on the Westbury Estate, St Rule Street, Nine Elms, Lambeth, at around 2.25am on 11 May.

He was dropped off at St Thomas’ hospital by a private car at around 2.30am but was pronounced dead at 3am. The cause of death was recorded at the postmortem examination as a single gunshot wound.

A 25-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder on 13 May but nobody has been charged.

Detective Inspector Martin Thorpe, Specialist Crime, said: “Around 40 people had been gathered in and around St Rule Street on Friday evening and the early hours of Saturday morning. A dispute appears to have flared up rapidly after 2am, resulting in shots being fired.

“I am extremely grateful to those who have already come forward to provide information. Along with CCTV and forensic enquiries, this has provided numerous lines of enquiry, which detectives are working around the clock to develop. I am certain there are other people who will know what happened in St Rule Street and who was responsible for the shooting. I urge them to come forward and share that information.

“If you don’t want to speak to police, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously. Some people have already done that – I don’t know who they are, but I have their information and I thank them.”

Rene Graham, 15, was shot in Emslie Horniman’s Pleasance Park, in Ladbroke Grove, west London, at around 7.20pm on 21 July.

The annual Park Lime event was taking place in the park at the time of shooting. Rene was pronounced dead at the scene near Hazlewood Crescent.

Police said the gunman was dressed all in grey with a waterproof jacket, cap and a balaclava, despite the warm temperatures that day.

DI Adam Clifton said: “We urgently need to understand the exact sequence of events in the park and it is clear many more people saw the shooting than have come forward. It is those people I am appealing to today. Please tell us what you saw, no matter how small or insignificant you may think it is, please contact us. We are keen to hear from anyone who saw someone acting suspiciously on the towpath, either before or after the shooting.”

I cannot begin to describe the depth of my pain after losing my precious angel. The emptiness and heartbreak, there are no words that can capture the agony of my loss. This is a grief so profound I would not wish it upon my worst enemy – I’ve lost everything, my world will never be the same. I am reaching out to you and pleading for your help. If you know anything – anything at all – or witnessed anything that could help us, please I beg you to come forward. Please if you have any information no matter how small and insignificant it may seem, please could you share with us? Your bravery could be the key to bringing peace to a broken family. Today is my son, but tomorrow could be one of yours. Please stand with me through the darkest of times.”
Rene’s mother, Janay John-Francois

Jade Anthony Barnett, 38, was stabbed in Clapton, east London, at around 3.38pm on 28 August 2024

He was driving a mobility scooter when he was attacked in Rushmore Road. Jade, who reportedly lost his leg in a motorcycle accident in 2007, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Two men were arrested near the area but were later released with no further action.

DCI Phil Clarke said: “Jade was stabbed in the street during the middle of the day. I know there are people who have yet to come forward to police for whatever reason who will have seen what happened or taken pictures or video as events unfolded.”

Tikquaan Stephenson-Walters, 28, was shot in West Kilburn, northwest London, at around 11.05pm on 4 September.

Police said Tikquaan was near his home when he was approached by a suspect on a white Honda moped in Bravington Road.

After a short exchange of words, the gunman shot him at close range. He was pronounced dead at the scene at 11.48pm.

The suspect fled north and turned into Marban Road.

The Metropolitan Police said Tikquaan had no affiliation with gangs and appealed for information about a male suspect captured on CCTV in the area before the attack.

In December 2024 Crimestoppers offered a £20,000 reward for information leading to a conviction to anyone involved the murder.

Tikquaan was a loving son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and grandson. Not only to his family but also his community. Tikquaan touched the hearts of many, his smile brightened every room he entered. He was an intellectual and charismatic young man who had no affiliation with any gang other than growing up and attending school within the local area. He grew friendships with people regardless of the paths they choose, he remained steadfast.

The aftermath of this senseless killing has resulted in a family and community that has been destroyed. No one can comprehend this catastrophic loss. The resentment felt by everyone has crippled his loved ones. If anyone has any information we urge you to come forward regardless to how insignificant it may seem.
Statement by Tikquaan’s family

Hanif Redwood, 32, was shot outside Factory 15 Bar in Linton Road, Barking, east London, on 13 October 2024.

The father-of-two had been to a birthday party at the venue and was stood outside when the gunman opened fire at around 4.33am.

He died at the scene and the cause of death was recorded at postmortem examination as a gunshot injury to the head.

Two men were arrested on suspicion of murder and seven others were arrested in connection with the murder. Nobody has yet been charged.

The Metropolitan Police continue to appeal for information and any dashcam, CCTV or mobile phone video evidence.

In a renewed appeal in February 2025, DCI Mark Rogers said: “Hanif was an innocent man. His death has devastated his family and friends, as well as many in the local community.

“We have continued to support Hanif’s family and update them at every point possible. While we have made significant progress with our enquiries, we are yet to secure a conviction and get the justice that they deserve.

“I’m appealing for anyone who has any information to come forward. Were you out in Barking on that Saturday night? Perhaps you had also been at the birthday party at Factory 15 or at another event nearby? Did you see or hear the shooting or anything else that struck you as being unusual?

“Someone must have seen or heard something, or must know why this shooting took place. No piece of information is too small. It could be the crucial clue that leads us to identify Hanif’s murderer.”

To provide information to the police call 101 or message @MetCC on X, giving the reference 1295/13OCT.

If you wish to remain anonymous contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Hanif was a bright spark whose light has been dimmed far too soon. He was an innocent, hardworking and loving father of two, and it is heartbreaking to think that he has been taken away from us.

As his family, we are imploring anyone with information to make their voices heard, and to help us get justice for our beloved Hanif. To those who may know or may have seen or heard what took place on that horrific night, any information you have will be of great value to us to help the authorities apprehend those that carried out such a dreadful act.”
Statement by Hanif’s family

Curtis Green, 30, was shot near Wells Park Road, Sydenham, southeast London, at around 10.10am on 10 November. He died at the scene.

Two others, a man and a woman, suffered gunshot injuries in the same incident.

Curtis, a father-to-be who owned a clothing brand and a local fitness company, was described by his family as “happy, excited and beautiful.”

Police said he attended a party in Hensford Gardens which started the night before the shooting.

Two women were arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender but nobody has yet been charged with murder.

DCI Samantha Townsend said: “We still need to build a bigger picture as to what happened to Curtis on that Sunday morning in Sydenham.

“Three people, including Curtis, were shot. While the other two people survived, one remains in hospital and has long road to recovery ahead of her.

“I am appealing to anyone who has information about what happened at the party, especially those outside Hensford Gardens at the time of the incident, to come forward. I am keen to hear from anyone who may have left prior and from those who were present at the time of the shooting. You may not think you have any key information, but it may prove vital to assist us with our investigation.”

Picture of murder victim Curtis Green — Curtis Green

We are appealing for people to come forward with any information they may know pertaining to our beloved Curtis. Curtis loved his family, loved his community and worked hard to establish businesses to uplift people physically and spiritually. We appeal to the community’s morals, values and integrity to stand for justice and to stop the violence that is happening far too frequently.

We are all devastated and heartbroken and will never be the same, having to live without such a vibrant, inspirational, loving person in our lives will be torture.
Statement by Curtis’ family

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