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Detectives are issuing a further appeal as they name the victim of a fatal shooting in Sydenham.

Police were called at around 10:10hrs on Sunday, 10 November, to reports of a shooting in the area of Wells Park Road, SE26.

Officers attended along with ambulance colleagues and found a man suffering gunshot injuries. Despite their efforts, the man sadly died at the scene.

He has now been named as 30-year-old Curtis Green. His family will continue to be supported by specialist officers.

Curtis was described by his family as “Happy, excited and beautiful.” They said: “He was an entrepreneur and the owner of a clothing brand and local fitness company. He was also a father-to-be, with a child due in five months.”

Detective Chief Inspector Samantha Townsend, who is now leading the Met’s investigation, said: “Following our appeal on Sunday, I want to reiterate how important it is to come forward if you have any information about what happened on Sunday morning.

“Three people were shot, and sadly one has lost their life. We have been working tirelessly in order to establish the circumstances and these enquiries remain ongoing.

“In particular, I would like to hear from anyone who attended a party on Hensford Gardens, SE26. We believe Curtis had been at this party and I want to hear from anyone who was there.

“If you were at the party, if you saw what happened or if you have any information about the incident, then please do not hesitate to contact us.”

A woman was also found suffering gunshot injuries to her legs. She was taken to hospital, however her condition is not life-threatening.

A third person subsequently attended hospital with what are believed to be gunshot injuries. His injuries have been confirmed to be not life-threatening or life-changing.

There has been no arrest at this stage.

Any witnesses or anyone with footage or information is asked to call police on 101 or message via X @MetCC with reference number 2527/10Nov. To remain anonymous, please contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Detectives are appealing for witnesses and information following a stabbing in Islington.

Police were called at around 14:40hrs on Monday, 11 November to reports of males fighting in the Finsbury Park, N4 area with reports of a male stabbed.

Officers attended the scene close to Finsbury Park Station and found a male with stab wounds.

He was treated by the London Ambulance Service and has been taken to hospital where his condition is being treated as potentially life-changing.

Police have put a cordon in place and are appealing for witnesses.

A male was arrested following the incident and was taken to a north London police station where he remains in custody.

At around 15:00hrs police were called to a north London hospital by staff after two males presented with stab injuries, believed to be linked to the earlier incident near Finsbury Park, N4.

Both males have been arrested. One remains in hospital receiving treatment while the other has been transferred to a nearby police custody.

Anyone with any information which may help is asked to call police on 101 or message via X @MetCC quoting CAD 4209/11Nov. To remain anonymous, please contact the independent charity Crimestoppers.

+ As a result of the incident, increased stop and search powers under Section 60 Criminal Justice & Public Order Act 1994 have been put in place to cover the local area, including both the Finsbury Park and Tollington wards until 03:00hrs on Tuesday, 12 November.

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A man has been charged with murder and attempted murder following the stabbing of three people in Walworth yesterday.

Police were called at 10:40hrs on Sunday, 10 November, to reports of several people being seriously assaulted in East Street, SE17.

Officers attended with the London Ambulance Service and found three people with serious injuries.

Sadly, 77-year-old Hilkiah McLeggan from Southwark was pronounced dead at the scene. His family are aware and receiving support from specialist officers.

Two other men were taken to hospital with serious injuries. Both victims remain in hospital, one of them in a critical condition.

An investigation remains ongoing within the Met’s Specialist Crime Unit and this afternoon, a man has been charged with multiple offences.

Ali Musse, 66 (19.04.58) of no fixed abode has since been charged with one count of murder and two counts of attempted murder.

He is due to appear at Croydon Magistrates Court on Tuesday, 12 November.

Chief Superintendent Seb Adjei-Addoh, lead for policing in Southwark, said: “This was a horrific incident where a man had lost his life and two other people received serious injuries. The incident has understandably caused concern amongst the local community. There will be an increased policing presence in the Walworth area as we work alongside our partners to provide reassurance to local people and small businesses operating in East Street. I would like to take this opportunity to thank brave members of the public who assisted police at the scene.

“Lastly we are aware of posts circulating on social media, implying that this was a terrorist incident. Our enquiries indicate this is not the case and we ask the public not to speculate.”

Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell said: “Our officers have worked quickly to investigate this tragic incident and secure these charges.

“I would like to thank the members of the public who have assisted us so far and encourage anyone who hasn’t spoken with us, to get in contact.

Anyone with information or any witnesses are asked to call 101 or message @MetCC on X quoting reference 2690/10Nov. To remain anonymous, please contact Crimestoppers.

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Detectives are appealing for witnesses and information following a stabbing in Islington.

Police were called at around 14:40hrs on Monday, 11 November to reports of males fighting in the Finsbury Park, N4 area with reports of a male stabbed.

Officers attended the scene close to Finsbury Park Station and found a male with stab wounds.

He was treated by the London Ambulance Service and has been taken to hospital where his condition is being treated as potentially life-changing.

Police have put a cordon in place and are appealing for witnesses.

A male has been arrested following the incident and has been taken to a north London police station where he remains in custody.

Anyone with any information which may help is asked to call police on 101 or message via X @MetCC quoting CAD 4209/11Nov. To remain anonymous, please contact the independent charity Crimestoppers.

+ As a result of the incident, increased stop and search powers under Section 60 Criminal Justice & Public Order Act 1994 have been put in place to cover the local area, including both the Finsbury Park and Tollington wards until 03:00hrs on Tuesday, 12 November.

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An investigation by the Met’s Counter Terrorism Command led to a man being jailed after he encouraged others to carry out violent attacks in response to the Government’s handling of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Patrick Ruane, 55 (14.01.69), of west London, was sentenced on Monday, 11 November at the Old Bailey to a total of five years’ imprisonment, with an additional year to be served on licence following his release from prison.

He was previously found guilty at the same court on Friday, 13 September, of two counts of encouragement of terrorism.

Acting Commander Gareth Rees, from the Met’s Counter Terrorism Command, said: “Our investigation found large numbers of posts by Ruane where he was encouraging others to carry out extremely violent acts, all because he didn’t like the Government’s response to the pandemic. This wasn’t idle chit-chat online – he was encouraging people to seriously injure or kill others, suggesting who to target.

“This case should serve as a warning that if you’re encouraging people to commit acts of terrorism, then we will investigate. Where we find evidence of this, then there are very serious consequences, something that Ruane is now facing.”

Bethan David, Head of Counter Terrorism Division, at the Crown Prosecution Service, said: “This is a dangerous man who was prolific in encouraging violence because of his firmly held beliefs in a conspiracy theory.

“During a time when the nation was suffering a devastating pandemic and many lost loved ones, Patrick Ruane was using Telegram to spread false and damaging information and encourage violence and terrorism.

“He posed a credible threat to the peace and safety of the public, and it is only right that he has been found guilty today. The CPS will always seek to prosecute such appalling criminal behaviour, whether carried out in person or online, to keep the public safe.”

In 2021, detectives became concerned over a series of extremist posts on social media, which they linked to Ruane.

Officers arrested Ruane in November 2021 at his flat in west London, where they also seized a number of electronic devices. The various devices were analysed by specialist officers and they found that Ruane had posted in various groups which were against the government policies in relation to Covid-19 and the vaccination rollout.

Officers identified that amongst his posts were a large number of messages where Ruane had actively encouraged people to commit acts of violence due to his dislike of the government’s policies.

Detectives found posts where he was encouraging others to target staff linked to pharmaceutical companies producing the Covid-19 vaccinations. Ruane also posted about targeting MPs and police, as well as bombing vaccine laboratories and 5G infrastructure.

In reviewing Ruane’s messages, officers identified and evidenced a significant number of posts which demonstrated Ruane’s extremist views over a ten-month period between January and November 2021.

The investigation continued while Ruane was released on bail and he was charged in August 2023 with two counts of encouragement of terrorism (contrary to Section 1 of the Terrorism Act 2006), and one count of possessing a document useful for terrorism (contrary to Section 58 of the Terrorism Act 2000).

Following a trial at the Old Bailey he was found guilty in respect of the two counts of encouragement of terrorism and was found not guilty in relation to the possession of a document useful for terrorism. He was sentenced at the Old Bailey as above.

+ Communities defeat terrorism, and information from the public is vital to counter terrorism investigations. If you see or hear something unusual or suspicious and think someone may be engaging in terrorist activity, trust your instincts and act by reporting it in confidence at www.gov.uk/act or call the anti-terrorist hotline on 0800 789 321. In an emergency, dial 999.

Visit the ACT Early website to find out how you can seek help and support for anyone who you suspect may be being radicalised.

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Officers are appealing for witnesses and information following a fatal shooting in Sydenham.

Police were called at around 10:10hrs on Sunday, 10 November, to reports of a shooting in the area of Wells Park Road, SE26.

Officers attended along with ambulance colleagues and found a man suffering gunshot injuries. Despite their efforts, the man sadly died at the scene.

Enquiries are under way to establish his identity and contact his family. A post-mortem examination will be arranged in due course.

A woman was also found suffering gunshot injuries to her legs. She has been taken to hospital, however her condition is not life-threatening.

A third person subsequently attended hospital with what are believed to be gunshot injuries. We await a condition assessment.

There has been no arrest at this early stage.

Commander Peter Stevens said: “I know people will be shocked by this senseless act of violence, all the more so on a Sunday morning in a residential area. I share their concerns and can assure the local community that the Met’s response, alongside our partners, has been rapid.

“We are determined to safeguard the community, to get to the bottom of what happened here and bring those responsible to justice.

“You will see a considerable number of additional officers in the area, including forensic experts. Police cordons are likely to remain in place for some time so that they can carry out their vital work.

“Officers will also be patrolling the area. I urge anyone with information to speak with those officers.

“A number of people have already contacted us, and we need that flow of information from anyone who saw or heard anything of note to continue. We also need to hear from anyone who has phone, CCTV or doorbell footage that may help the investigation.”

Any witnesses or anyone with footage or information is asked to call police on 101 or message via X @MetCC with reference number 2527/10nov. To remain anonymous, please contact the independent charity Crimestoppers.

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An investigation has been launched following the fatal stabbing of a man in Walworth.

Police were called at around 10:40hrs on Sunday, 10 November, to reports of a number of people stabbed in East Street, SE17.

Officers attended the location along with ambulance colleagues. A man, believed to be aged in his 60s, was arrested at the scene and taken into police custody.

Three injured people were found. Sadly, one man died at the scene. Enquiries are under way to confirm his identity and inform his family.

Two other people – a man and a woman – were taken to hospital for treatment. We await an assessment of their condition.

Commander Peter Stevens said: “Tragically, a man lost his life this morning, and officers are working hard to establish exactly what happened and to provide support to his family. My thoughts and sincere sympathies are with them, and with the other people injured.

“Our investigation is at a very early stage. One man was rapidly arrested by officers responding to the incident. At present, although enquiries are ongoing, nobody else is sought.

“The incident is not being treated as terrorism. Enquiries continue, led by dedicated detectives from Specialist Crime.

“I want to thank those people who have already shared their accounts of what they saw with police. I urge anyone with information or footage, or any witnesses yet to speak with police, to get in touch.”

Anyone with information or any witnesses are asked to call 101 or message @MetCC on X quoting reference 2690/10nov. To remain anonymous, please contact Crimestoppers.

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Two brothers who carried out a stabbing and double shooting in Brent have been brought to justice after a meticulous investigation in which officers tracked their stolen vehicle for over 27 miles.

Jahni Thomas, 30 (23.05.94) and Jahmarley Thomas, 26 (25.07.98); who are both from Brent, were both convicted at Isleworth Crown Court in December 2022 of two counts of attempted murder; one count of conspiracy to possess a firearm with intent to endanger life and one count of possession of points and blades.

On Friday, 1 December 2023 Jahmarley Thomas was sentenced to a total of 34 years’ imprisonment, with a further three to be served on licence.

The sentencing for Jahni was adjourned until Friday, 8 November. He was sentenced to 35 years’ imprisonment, with a further three to be served on licence.

The jury heard that shortly before 05:30hrs on 6 November 2021, police were called to reports of a stabbing and shots fired on Standard Road, NW10.

Police, including firearms officers, attended the scene and found a 28-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the chest and a stab wound to the back. He was taken by LAS to hospital where his injuries, although initially serious, were deemed not life threatening following treatment.

Another man, aged 31, also sustained a gunshot wound to his hand and was taken to hospital. His injuries were not life-threatening.

Detectives immediately began enquiries and found that the vehicle used in the incident was stolen and on cloned plates.

They tracked the vehicle on CCTV for over three hours and 27 miles as it drove around north west London.

These CCTV enquiries established that two hours before the attack, the brothers attended Standard Road, NW10, to conduct a reconnaissance of the area and to make sure that their target was present.

They then returned two hours later where they lay in wait for their victim to leave a nightclub.

As he did so, they ambushed their victim from behind, stabbing him once and shooting him in the left shoulder. The gunman then ran to a second male who was attempting to take cover in a vehicle.

The gunman opened the car door and at point blank range, fired the gun a second time.

The second victim raised his left hand to protect himself. The bullet went through his hand and a jacket that was wrapped around it, and hit him in the chest, causing bruising.

After the shooting the brothers drove back to their home address and later moved the vehicle to Springfield Gardens NW9 where it was burned out.

Detective Constable Tom Harris of the Met’s Specialist Crime Command said: “This so easily could have been a murder investigation. The fact that nobody was killed was pure luck.

“The Thomas’ actions were premeditated and planned, with no consideration for the safety of bystanders who may have unwittingly been caught up in the shootings.

“The sentences handed down to the brothers demonstrates the danger they pose and I hope that the victims find a measure of closure in knowing that they have been taken off our streets for a considerable time.”

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The Metropolitan Police Service has voluntarily referred two cases to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) after receiving complaints from two women regarding prior police investigations into allegations against Mohamed Al Fayed.

These complaints, involving investigations from 2008 and 2013, address concerns about the quality of police response and, in the case of the 2013 investigation, how details came to be disclosed publicly.

Commander Stephen Clayman, from the Met’s Specialist Crime team, said:

“We are actively reviewing 21 allegations reported to the Metropolitan Police prior to Mohamed Al Fayed’s passing, as well as the related police investigations, to determine if any additional investigative steps are available or there are things we could have done better. This process remains active, and we are committed to assessing all new allegations, pursuing justice where possible and transparently addressing any failings.

“In recent weeks, two victims-survivors have come forward with concerns about how their allegations were handled when first reported, and it is only appropriate that the IOPC assess these complaints. Although we cannot change the past, we are resolute in our goal to offer every individual who contacts us the highest standard of service and support.

“I encourage anyone with relevant information, whether you were personally affected or have knowledge about others who may have facilitated Al Fayed’s actions to contact us. Our priority remains to ensure that no stone is left unturned in the pursuit of justice.”

Background:

In addition to the 21 pre-existing allegations against Al Fayed, the MPS has received new reports since renewed media interest. Specialist officers are reviewing all information to determine if other individuals may be subject to investigation for related criminal offenses.

The MPS offers several ways to report information:

• Call the Complex Investigation Team directly at 020 8217 6582 or 6586.

• Call 101 anytime and quote reference CAD1920/26Sep.

• Email the Complex Investigation Team at CSCMailbox-.ComplexInvestigationTeam@met.pnn.police.uk.

• Visit our online portal to provide information anonymously.

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Police are asking the public to look out for missing teenager Daniel Francis.

Daniel, 15, was reported missing at around 23:42hrs on Thursday, 7 November. He is believed to have left his address in Edmonton, Enfield, at around 22:44hrs and was last seen around half an hour prior.

It isn’t known where he might have gone.

Police conducted urgent searches of the area after Daniel was reported missing and have issued an appeal to social media.

Daniel’s hair is in cainrows and he might be wearing a black puffer jacket and grey joggers.

PC Emma Gibbs, from the Missing Persons Unit in Edmonton, said: “We are very worried for Daniel’s welfare and ask anyone who has seen him to call 999 immediately.

“Daniel, if you are reading this, please go to a police station or another place of safety and contact us to let us know that you are OK.”

Anyone who sees Daniel or has information about where he is should call 999 ref 01/1057540/24