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Detectives investigating the deaths of two men in Herne Hill are appealing for witnesses to come forward. 

Two years ago, on Sunday, 30 October 2022, 23-year-old Guilherme Messias Da Silva and 27-year-old Lemar Urqhart died on Railton Road, Brixton. 

Detective Chief Inspector Samantha Townsend, who leads the investigation, said: “It has been two years since this shocking incident and our thoughts continue to remain with the family and friends of Guilherme and Lemar.

“My team is working tirelessly to identify those responsible for their deaths and to get justice for the families. I am extremely grateful to those individuals who have already come forward to share information, but would urge anyone else who has information and has not yet spoken to us to come forward. No piece of information is too small.”

Police were called at about 19:50hrs on Sunday, 30 October 2022 to reports of gunshots heard in the Railton Road area. 

Officers, including firearms officers, immediately attended the scene along London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance. 

Despite the efforts of emergency services, both Guilherme and Lemar were found injured at the location and pronounced dead at the scene. 

Detectives believe two cars were driving in the Railton Road area when one of the cars was in collision with Guilherme’s moped before further colliding with parked vehicles. 

Lemar then got out of one of the cars involved in the collision and was pursued by a man, armed with a firearm. The man shot Lemar and returned to his car before leaving the scene. 

Lemar Urqhart’s family statement said: “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.”

Any witnesses or anyone with information should call police via 101 quoting CAD 6166/30Oct. Alternatively, speak to independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org. They will not trace your call or your IP address. 

Information can also be submitted via the Public Portal.

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Detectives are urgently appealing to the public for assistance in identifying family members of 18-year-old Issa Ali Musa Abdulrahman Barakat, who tragically lost his life following a fatal stabbing early on Monday morning.

Issa was found injured at around 06:00hrs on 28 October on Laitwood Road, SW12, and though emergency responders did all they could to save him, he sadly died in hospital later the same day.

On Monday, Salah Al-Mahmoodi [known as Salah Ahmed], 21 (02.01.03), of Wandsworth was arrested. He was charged on Tuesday, 29 October with Issa’s murder and is due to appear at Wimbledon Magistrates’ Court today (Wednesday, 30 October)

Detective Chief Inspector Brian Howie, from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command, who is leading the investigation, said:

“Our hearts go out to Issa and his family, a young man whose life was cruelly taken far too soon. It is devastating to think that his family may not yet know of his tragic passing, and we want to find them so we can offer them both support and answers.

“Issa was a member of the Chadian community, and we hope that friends or extended family might help us in reaching his loved ones.”

Anyone with information should call police via 101 or post on X @MetCC quoting CAD 1017/28Oct.

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Detectives are appealing for help to identify a woman in connection with a hate crime where a man was assaulted in Homerton.

The victim was walking along Homerton High Street at about 05:15hrs on Sunday, 27 October when he was verbally abused before being seriously assaulted with a glass bottle by an unknown woman. She then left the scene.

The victim presented himself at hospital with serious injuries to his face.

Enquiries remain ongoing and no arrests have been made at this stage.

At this early stage in the investigation, the assault is being treated as a hate crime.

Detectives are now appealing for the public’s help and have today released an image of a woman who they would like to speak with in connection with the investigation.

If you recognise her or have any information which could assist the investigation, please contact us by calling 101 or message @MetCC on X and quote CAD 1890/27Oct.

You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.

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Detectives are appealing for witnesses following a shooting in Canning Town.

Police were called at about 02:05hrs on Saturday, 26 October to reports of a shooting on Thorne Close, near Rogers Road, E16.

Officers and London Ambulance Service attended and found two men, aged 25 and 27, injured.

They were both taken to hospital with gunshot injuries and continue to receive medical treatment. Neither man has life-threatening injuries.

Detectives from the Specialist Crime Command are investigating.

Detective Inspector Iain Wallace said: “I would like to hear from anyone who was in the area in the early hours of Saturday – who heard or saw anything suspicious – to come forward.

“Two men were shot and it is vital that we identify who is responsible.

“Also, I would ask that you check any dash cam footage to see if you captured the shooting.”

No arrests have been and enquiries into the circumstances continue.

Local residents can expect to see additional policing patrols in the area over the coming days.

Anyone with information that could assist police is asked to call 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD 757/26Oct. You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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A man will appear in court charged with attempted murder after three people were stabbed in Dagenham.

Kulvinder Ram, 48 (20.05.76) of First Avenue, Dagenham will appear in custody at Barkingside Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 28 October charged with three counts of attempted murder.

Ram was arrested following a stabbing in First Avenue, Dagenham on Friday, 25 October. Three people – a woman aged in her 30s, an eight-year-old girl and a two-year-old boy – were all found suffering stab injuries. All three were taken to hospital for treatment – none of their conditions are life threatening.

All parties involved were known to each other.

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Detectives investigating a serious road traffic incident in Stockwell are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage to come forward.

Police were called by London Ambulance Service (LAS) at 12:26hrs on Saturday, 26 October to reports of a collision involving a single decker bus and a male pedestrian on South Lambeth Road with the junction with Lansdowne Way, SW8.

Emergency services attended and provided first aid. The man – no further details – was taken to hospital where he remains in a critical condition

Work is ongoing to establish the man’s identity and anyone who can assist with this is asked to contact police.

The driver of the bus who stopped at the scene was not arrested – they are assisting police with the investigation.

Road closures were put in place while the scene was dealt with – these have now been lifted.

Anyone who witnessed this incident or has information or footage should call police on 101 or post on X @MetCC quoting 3281/26OCT24. Alternatively contact the witness line on 020 8284 5723.

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An investigation continues following a stabbing in Dagenham.

Police were called at approximately 17:35hrs on Friday, 25 October to reports of three people injured in First Avenue, Dagenham.

Officers, London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance attended.

A woman, believed to be aged in her 30s, and two children, a girl believed aged eight and a boy believed aged two, were found suffering stab injuries – they were all taken to hospital for treatment where they remain.

None of their injuries are thought to be life threatening.

A man, aged in his 40s, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder. He was also taken to hospital after being taken unwell. After being assessed he has been discharged into police custody.

Detective Superintendent Lewis Basford, responsible for policing in Barking and Dagenham, said:

“This is a truly shocking attack and I want to thank local residents for their assistance and patience while we deal with this incident.

“At this early stage, we believe those involved were known to each other and we are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident.

“A crime scene will remain in place for some time while our officers carry out vital work and you will see an increased policing presence in the area over the coming days. If you have any concerns or information that could assist police then please speak to an officer or call police on 101.”

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD5931/25Oct. You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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An investigation is under way following a stabbing in Dagenham.

Police were called at approximately 17:35hrs on Friday, 25 October to reports of three people injured in First Avenue, Dagenham.

Officers, London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance attended.

A woman, believed to be aged in her 30s, and two children, a girl believed aged eight and a boy believed aged two, were found suffering stab injuries – they have been taken to hospital for treatment.

We await a condition update for the woman and the two-year-old boy. The eight-year-old girl’s injuries are not life threatening.

A man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder. He was also taken to hospital after being taken unwell. After being assessed he has been discharged into police custody.

Detective Superintendent Lewis Basford, responsible for policing in Barking and Dagenham, said:

“This is a truly shocking attack and I want to thank local residents for their assistance and patience while we deal with this incident.

“At this early stage, we believe those involved were known to each other and we are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident.

“A crime scene will remain in place for some time while our officers carry out vital work and you will see an increased policing presence in the area over the coming days. If you have any concerns or information that could assist police then please speak to an officer or call police on 101.”

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD5931/25Oct. You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.