The death of a Lithuanian man in Hounslow was initially treated as a suspected murder. More than a year later a coroner concluded the case was “alcohol-related”.
Edvinas Lukosevicius, 36, died outside Hounslow West Underground Station in west London, on 12 March 2022.
The press release put out by the Metropolitan Police at the time described him as a Polish national under the name Eovinas Lukosevitius and stated that he was found collapsed in Cavendish Parade at around 3.36am.
An initial postmortem examination was described as “inconclusive” but the case was initially investigated by a team headed by Detective Chief Inspector Jim Shirley of the Homicide and Serious Crime Command.
A 25-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder and police said they believed the victim had been involved in a fight, or “altercation” about an hour before his death.
DCI Shirley said: “I would ask anyone who saw any suspicious activity to come forward.”
The scene at Hounslow West tube station
A year later the inquest into his death was held at West London Coroner’s Court, on 26 May 2023.
It revealed that Edvinas, a construction worker living in Bath Road, Hounslow, was born in Lithuania on 24 October 1985.
Coroner Lydia Brown recorded that Lukosevicius’ cause of death was “alcohol intoxication with positional asphyxia”, which means he was unable to breathe properly after collapsing in the street.
The inquest report also reveals that Lukosevicious had been drinking alcohol for “many hours” before he received minor injuries during “an altercation with others.”
It adds: “He collapsed into a kneeling position on the ground where he remained for approximately 20 minutes and died outside 8 Cavendish Parade, Bath Road, Hounslow, from fatal compromise to his airway due to intoxication with alcohol.”
The conclusion was recorded only as “alcohol-related death”.
For this reason his name was taken out of the list of homicides for 2021.
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Almost two years after an 18 year-old student was shot and stabbed to death near his home in east London, an inquest revealed the progress of the police investigation. It was all caught on CCTV. On the afternoon of 26th April 2021, Abubakar Deen-Jah was standing at the corner of…
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Margaret Muller had probably run the same route through Victoria Park in Hackney, east London, many times. Then aged 27, she lived near the eastern edge of the park, in a studio at a converted factory in Wallis Road, Hackney Wick. The UK had been her home since 1998, when she moved from the US to study at the Slade School of Fine Art, part of University College London.
Margaret Muller with one of her artworks
That morning, on the 3 February, 2003, she was wearing a pair of black leggings, a green fleece top, a pink woolly hat and grey trainers.
At around 8.30am her screams were heard by other members of the public as she was stabbed several times by an as-yet-unidentified attacker.
Fellow joggers found her lying fatally injured on a path between the rose gardens and the children’s play area. She died shortly afterwards despite their attempts to provide first aid.
A postmortem examination later confirmed the cause of death was multiple stab wounds.
Nobody has ever been charged with the murder despite national publicity and repeated police appeals, including a major reconstruction involving more than 100 witnesses and the offer of a £20,000 reward for information leading to a prosecution. It remains one of the most notorious unsolved cases in the UK.
On the 20th anniversary of the murder the Metropolitan Police issued a further appeal for information and confirmed they still believed that Margaret was most likely targeted by a robber.
Several appeals have focused on trying to identify a person seen walking past The Victoria Park pub (later named The Britannia from 2008 and the People’s Park Tavern from 2013) and entering the park through the Queen’s Gate entrance at around 7.10am.
This may or may not be the same person who was seen sprinting out of the park through the same entrance between 8.30am and 8.40am, shortly after the murder, and running towards the Gascoyne Estate.
Possible suspect route from the scene of the attack (A) towards the Queen’s Gate entrance (B) and the Gascoyne Estate (C)
Officers continue to appeal to anyone who was in the park on 3 February 2003, and who has yet to come forward, to contact them.
They are also keen to hear from anyone who may have seen anything suspicious in or around the Gascoyne Estate on the day of the murder.
Whilst detectives retain an open mind about the possible motive of the attack, intelligence suggests that Margaret could have been the victim of a failed robbery attempt.
Anyone who can assist is asked to contact the Specialist Casework Team on 0208 785 8267; if you wish to remain anonymous please call Crimestoppers 0800 555 111.
Metropolitan Police appeal in February 2023
Detectives have looked into several suspects involved in similar knife attacks, including the murder of Monica Watts in Clissold Park, Stoke Newington, north London, ten months later in December 2003. However the killer in that case, Elias Cecchetti, then aged 15, was in custody at the time of the attack on Margaret Muller. Press reports also named convicted killer Christopher Olokun as a potential suspect after he was questioned by police in 2009 while serving a life sentence for the murder of Bernard Hegarty during a mugging in Bethnal Green in August 2004.
In 2023, DCI Amanda Greig, from the Met’s Specialist Casework Team looking at unsolved murder investigations, said: “It is now 20 years since Margaret’s shocking murder – an attack that left an indelible mark on the consciousness of a generation. I know people may think that too much time has passed for someone to be held to account for this heinous crime, but that is simply not the case.
“We are very keen to receive new information that, for whatever reason, someone has felt unable to provide previously. I want to appeal to anyone who has information that could help us to identify the person responsible for Margaret’s murder to do the right thing and come forward.
“For two decades, Margaret’s family have had to endure the agony of not seeing her killer face justice – this is something no family should have to live with and I urge anyone who can help to get in contact immediately.”
Pictures of Margaret Muller released by the police
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Seven murder cases in London from the year 2022 remain unsolved. Can you help bring the killers to justice?
Petru-Sorin DoleanuDaneche TisonCamilo PalacioTakayo NembhardLemar UrquhartMaximillian Kusi-OwusuSome of the victims of the unsolved cases for the year 2022
Petru-Sorin Doleanu, 41, died in hospital on 29 March as a result of brain injuries he suffered during an assault three months earlier. Police said he was with two friends near the Job Centre in St John’s Road, Wembley, when he was approached by an unknown man and punched in the head shortly before 9pm on 17 December 2021. His friends called an ambulance the following morning and paramedics alerted police at around 11am. He remained in hospital until his death. A 24-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder on 15 July 2022 and released under investigation.
Daneche Tison, 26, was shot outside a block of flats in Bruckner Street, Queen’s Park, City of Westminster, at around 1.56am on 19 July. He arrived at hospital at around 2.10am but died a short time later.
A postmortem found he died of a gunshot wound to the heart, and also suffered a gunshot wound to the back. Eight men were arrested during the investigation but nobody has been charged.
Appealing for information in August, Daneche’s family said: “It’s been a month since we lost our beloved son, brother, grandson, and nephew Daneche Tison. Our lives will never be the same. Our sole mission now as a family is to find out who was responsible for cutting such a young and talented life short before his time, and will not rest until we do. We would appreciate anyone who may have any information, to please contact the police.”
Camilo Palacio, 22, was shot near Wood Green tube station in Haringey, north London, at about 9.30pm on 24 July.
He was walking with a friend along a footpath from Stuart Crescent to High Road when at least six shots were fired. One of them hit him in the chest. He was pronounced dead at the scene at 10pm.
The suspects are believed to have opened fire from a dark coloured Range Rover, which was seen driving towards Stuart Crescent at the time of the shooting.
Detectives want to know more information about the car seen in the area at the time of the shooting
A 22-year-old man man was charged with murder on 4 July but the case was dropped on 14 September 2022 after further evidence showed he was not in the area at the time of the killing.
In June 2024 an inquest heard detectives had been unable to identify the suspects responsible for the shooting.
The Metropolitan Police issued a further public appeal in November 2025 and offered a £20,000 reward for information leading to a conviction.
CCTV footage was also released, showing a dark Range Rover with a distinctive white roof which was observed in the area at the time of the shooting.
After the shooting the car left the area via Ewart Grove and White Hart Lane. It was later seen on Turnpike Lane that same evening.
At around 4am on 25 July the London Fire Brigade responded to reports of a fire in Alexandra Road, Muswell Hill, after the Range Rover was abandoned and set on fire.
Two suspects were charged and convicted in relation to the destruction of the car but nobody has been convicted in relation to the murder and the case remains unsolved.
Detective Inspector Devan Taylor, who is leading the investigation, said: “Camilo was shot on a public street, in a residential area and we believe there may still be people out there who have not spoken to us. We are particularly keen to speak to anyone who remembers seeing the distinctive vehicle and can provide more information about it.
“We understand people may be concerned about talking to the police, which is why we are being supported by Crimestoppers where people can provide information anonymously.
“Even the smallest piece of information could be crucial to our investigation and could lead to us finding and convicting those responsible and getting answers for Camilo’s loved ones. We will not stop until those responsible for his death face justice.”
To provide information to the police, call 101, quoting ‘Operation Wattside’, or visit the online Major Incident Police Portal (MIPP). Information can also provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Takayo Nembhard, 21, was stabbed in Ladbroke Grove under the Westway flyover at around 8pm on 29 August, the final day of the Notting Hill Carnival. He was pronounced dead after being taken to hospital.
A postmortem gave the cause of death as a stab wound to the femoral artery in the groin.
Takayo, a rapper using the name TKorStretch, had travelled from his home in Bristol to visit the carnival with his sister and friends. At the time his partner was pregnant with his second child. The boy was born in November 2022.
Police said there was a large crowd in the area when Takayo was stabbed in an apparently unprovoked attack.
Takayo Nembhard, who was stabbed to death at the 2022 Notting Hill Carnival
At least five people were arrested on suspicion of murder during the investigation but nobody has been charged.
In August 2023 the charity Crimestoppers offered a £20,000 reward for information leading to a conviction.
During a renewed appeal in August 2025, Detective Inspector Richard Kempshall, the deputy senior investigating officer on the case, said: “Takayo was a talented rapper who attended Notting Hill carnival, like so many others, to enjoy the day and the event.
“A mindless act of violence has ensured that his children are without a father. Due to the timing and venue of the attack it is quite likely that many people witnessed the events before, during or after.
“If you are one of these people then please come forward and contact the officers investigating the offence. It is not too late to get justice for Takayo and his family.”
Takayo left behind a heartbroken family and two beautiful boys. We don’t want them to grow up without knowing someone has been charged with his murder.
We don’t blame the Carnival for our son’s murder; it was the action of a small minority. But if you have any information about what happened that day three years ago please come forward.
Sandra and Vincent Nembhard, Takayo’s parents, speaking in 2025
Information can be provided to the police by calling 101 or 020 7175 2206. Information can also be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Maximillian Kusi-Owusu, 29, was shot near a block of flats in Kensington High Street, West Kensington W14, at around 2.02am on 4 September. He died in hospital at 5.32am.
The father-of-two was known as a drill rapper under the name M Lo, according to reports.
A 29-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder but was released with no further action.
On the first anniversary of the shooting, Detective Chief Inspector Mike Nolan said: “Our investigation remains ongoing, and we are determined to find whomever is responsible for this tragic incident.
“Whilst we have carried out an extensive investigation, including a thorough review of local CCTV, we still require your help.
“It has been a year since Maximillian was killed and his family are still without the answers they need. I am asking for your help to identify who fired that fatal shot. I am certain that someone has the information that will allow us to make arrests.
“This murder occurred in the early hours of a Sunday morning in an area that would have been busy after people enjoyed a night out. Did you see or hear anything suspicious? We are particularly interested in anyone who has information regarding a silver Alfa Romeo Stelvio seen in the area of Radnor Terrace at that time.
“Please do the right thing and come forward. If you do not want to speak with officers, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
To provide information directly to the police call 101 or tweet @MetCC giving the reference CAD 824/04Sep22.
Michael Agyare, 24, was stabbed in Fairfield Road, Kingston, on the night of 13 October 2022.
Police were called at around 10.17pm after the victim sought help in a pub garden in Fairfield East. Paramedics and the London Air Ambulance attended but he was pronounced dead at the scene.
A postmortem found that he had been stabbed in the neck and the chest.
Detectives appealed for witnesses but nobody has been charged with the murder.
In April 2024 an inquest heard that the suspect wanted by police in connection with the attack had fled to Turkey and cannot be extradited to the UK to stand trial due to his Turkish heritage.
Lemar Rashawan Urqhart, 27, was shot in Railton Road, Herne Hill, Lambeth, at around 7.50pm on 30 October.
He had been in a white MG car which collided with a moped rider while being chased by a second vehicle.
The moped rider, Guilherme Messias da Silva, 21, was finishing his shift as a delivery driver at the time of the crash. Guilherme suffered fatal injuries in the collision at around 7.50pm and died at the scene.
Urquhart, who was known as Perm, got out of the vehicle following the crash and was pursued by a man from a second vehicle before being shot. He died at the scene.
The gunman then got back into the second car and fled the scene.
A 19-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder in February 2023. Nobody has been charged and the case remains unsolved.
Crimestoppers offered a £20,000 reward leading to the arrest and prosecution of the gunman.
Detectives renewed their appeals for information in November 2024.
Two years since our son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin and friend was tragically taken from us. Whoever said time is a healer, lied. The pain is unbearable & life will never be the same. Lemar was an integral part of the family and his death has rocked our family to the core. Every day we hope that new information is given to aid the arrest of the person/s who did this. We plead with anyone who has information to please come forward. Any information could be vital. Our family would be forever grateful to anyone who could help.
Statement by family of Lemar Urqhartin 2024
Guilherme Messias’s mother Rosangela said in a statement: “I am here to tell you how devastated and shattered I am by the premature death of my son who went to the United Kingdom in search of a better life for himself and our family. Unfortunately, Guilherme’s death happened in a tragic way, and it was caused by irresponsible people who deserve to be punished for taking away the life of an innocent person. My son was a calm, quiet and hardworking boy. My sadness goes beyond my soul for losing my beloved son.”
Note: Unsolved in this context refers to cases which have not yet resulted in a murder charge or a conviction. Cases may be added or removed when further information about the status of investigations is received.
We have counted 107 homicides in London for 2022. Although that figure may rise or fall depending on the outcome of investigations, it amounts to around an 18 per cent fall from the 128 we counted in 2021. It suggests that we haven’t yet seen a post-Covid surge in murders, despite a brief spike during the summer heatwave. Maybe we never will.
The Metropolitan Police statistics dashboard, as of today’s date, shows a figure of 111 homicides, a 17 decrease from 134 in 2021. The chart below shows how 2022 progressed compared to previous years.
Murdermap’s figures are always slightly different, as the police recording practice is slightly different for several reasons, plus they may be including cases that have not yet entered the public domain. A recent press release from the Met on 6 January revealed that their figures included five homicides that happened in 2021 (this is one of the ways their record keeping differs).
Our homicide map for 2022 also allows you to filter by sex, weapon, borough, age range and date, with a separate page giving statistics for the months, boroughs, age range, location and case status.
In brief, our breakdown of the 107 homicides is as follows: Male: 79 Female: 28 Teenagers: 14 (all of which involved a knife, with 16 male and 1 female)
At the time of writing, 17 homicides remain unsolved, though this is likely to go down as investigations conclude. (The figure for 2021 is currently 14)
For completeness, the Met’s breakdown is:
14 teenage homicides in 2022, compared to the all-time record of 30 in 2021. 17 domestic homicides, compared to 25 in 2021. 9 “gun-enabled” homicides, compared to 12 in 2021. 6 “knife enabled” homicides compared to 83 in 2021.
The Met Police Commissioner, Sir Mark Rowley, said: “Each and every homicide is devastating – these are victims, not just statistics. They all have families, friends and loved ones that were left behind when their lives were tragically cut short.
“Although the number of homicides fell last year, we are not complacent. We will continue to use every measure available to keep Londoners safe and bring offenders to justice.”
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