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A man has been charged with assisting Daniel Khalife after he escaped from prison.

Imran Chowdhury 25 (01.01.2000) of Chingford, allegedly assisted Khalife after he escaped from HMP Wandsworth in September 2023.

Chowdhury was arrested in January 2024 and was charged in December via postal requisition, with one count of assisting an escaped prisoner, contrary to Section 22(2) of the Criminal Justice Act 1961.

He is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, 7 January.

No further action was taken against a 25-year-old woman who was also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender in February 2024.

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A man has been charged with assisting Daniel Khalife after he escaped from prison.

Imran Chowdury 25 (01.01.2000) of Chingford, allegedly assisted Khalife after he escaped from HMP Wandsworth in September 2023.

Chowdury was arrested in January 2024 and was charged in December via postal requisition, with one count of assisting an escaped prisoner, contrary to Section 22(2) of the Criminal Justice Act 1961.

He is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, 7 January.

No further action was taken against a 25-year-old woman who was also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender in February 2024.

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Detectives are continuing to appeal for information, one year on from the death of 24-year-old Jonah Ho-Shue in Haringey.

Officers were called to Albert Road, N4 at 22:43hrs on Thursday, 4 January 2024 following reports of a serious assault.

The victim, 24-year-old Jonah Ho-Shue, sadly died at the scene after sustaining a stab wound to his arm.

An investigation within the Met’s Specialist Crime Command remains ongoing. Since the investigation was launched, five people have been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with Jonah’s death. Three men, aged 23, 24 and 25, and two women, aged 25 and 29, remain under investigation and one man has since been released without further action.

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

In a recent appeal for information, Jonah’s family said:

“It’s hard for me and my family and his friends to talk about Jonah in the past tense. He should be here, we should be talking about him in the present.

“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.”

Detective Inspector Emma Sharp from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command said:

“We are continuing to work hard to find those responsible for Jonah’s death.

“Jonah’s family have faced the past year without the answers they deserve. There are people amongst our communities who know what happened to Jonah and now is the time to come forward.

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

Anyone with information about what happened is asked to call the incident room on 020 8345 3715 or via 101 quoting Operation Bardcole.

To remain anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Detectives from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit are asking for witnesses to come forward following a fatal collision in Brixton.

Police were called at 18:49hrs on Tuesday, 1 October 2024 following reports of a collision involving a tow truck and a pedestrian.

Officers, the London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance attended the scene on Brixton Road near the junction with Handforth Road, SW9.

The pedestrian was first hit by the tow truck, which did not stop, then struck by a car. The driver of the car stopped at the scene.

Despite the efforts of paramedics, the pedestrian, who has been named as Safia Ali, a woman in her 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Her next of kin were informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

One man, who was arrested for failing to stop at the scene of an accident and causing death by dangerous driving, has been bailed pending further enquiries.

Any witnesses or anyone with information, such as dash cam footage, which may help is asked to call police 101, reference CAD 6064/01Oct24 or call the witness number on 020 8285 1574.

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Counter Terrorism Policing, through officers from the Met’s Counter Terrorism Command, are supporting the family of a UK national killed in the New Orleans terrorist attack.

He has been named as Edward Pettifer, aged 31, of Chelsea, London.

Family Liaison Officers are providing specialist support and will guide the family through the repatriation and coronial processes, working with a range of international and Government partners.

The family of Edward Pettifer have issued the following statement: “The entire family are devastated at the tragic news of Ed‘s death in New Orleans. He was a wonderful son, brother, grandson, nephew and a friend to so many.

“We will all miss him terribly. Our thoughts are with the other families who have lost their family members due to this terrible attack. We request that we can grieve the loss of Ed as a family in private. Thank you.”

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A serving police officer has admitted at a court hearing to causing the death of a moped rider due to careless driving.

PC Ian Brotherton, attached to the North Area Command Unit, was driving a marked police van responding to an emergency call when he collided with a moped being ridden by 26-year-old Cristopher de Carvalho Guedes in Enfield on 12 October 2023.

At a hearing held at the Old Bailey on Friday, 3 January, PC Brotheron pleaded guilty to causing death by careless driving. He will be sentenced at the same court on Thursday, 27 February.

PC Brotherton was disqualified from driving on an interim basis.

This followed an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).

Detective Chief Superintendent Caroline Haines, responsible for policing in Enfield and Haringey, said: “My thoughts and sympathy remain with the family and friends of Cristopher de Carvalho Guedes at this enormously difficult time. They have lost a loved one due to the careless driving of one of our officers and, while the judicial process has now concluded and PC Brotherton has admitted his guilt, I know there is little I can say that will alleviate the pain they will be suffering.

“Police drivers are trained to the highest standards and while they have certain exemptions when driving police vehicles on public roads, they know they are accountable should their actions fall below these standards.

“In this case, an independent investigation conducted by the IOPC, which we fully supported, has gathered all the evidence from that day and PC Brotherton has admitted to causing Mr Guedes’ death due to his careless driving.

“While he has shown remorse for his actions, it is right that he has been held to account for his actions.”

The incident happened at around 15:00hrs on 12 October 2023 as PC Brotherton was responding to an emergency call. He was driving a van using blue lights and sirens when the collision occurred at the junction of Southbury Road with Baird Road.

The van stopped at the scene and officers provided first aid before Mr Guedes was taken to hospital for treatment, where he sadly died.

A referral was made to the IOPC and PC Brotherton was placed on restricted duties while an independent investigation into the incident was carried out.

Now that criminal proceedings have concluded, PC Brotherton will face a misconduct hearing.

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A man who was injured following a road traffic collision in central London on Christmas Day has died.

The man, named as 25-year-old Aidan Chapman, sadly died from his injuries in hospital on New Year’s Eve.

His next-of-kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

A post-mortem examination will take place in due course.

The Met’s Specialist Crime Command is now leading the investigation and Aidan’s death is being treated as a homicide.

Aidan’s parents said in a statement: “The loss of our beautiful son is a parent’s worst nightmare, we are utterly devastated with the loss of Aidan, he enriched everyone’s lives. He was a loving, kind, funny soul and the world is a darker place without him. We, his parents, have lost the best part of ourselves.”

Detective Chief Inspector Wayne Jolley, from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command, said: “Our thoughts are with the victim’s friends and family at this difficult time. My team are continuing to conduct enquiries to establish all the facts surrounding the circumstances, however it has been confirmed as an isolated incident which is not terror-related.

“We would appeal to anyone who holds any CCTV or dash cam or mobile phone footage of the incident to come forward as well as anyone else who might have had contact with the suspect that evening.”

Police were called at 00:45hrs on Wednesday, 25 December following reports of a road traffic collision and a car driving on the wrong side of the road in Shaftesbury Avenue, W1.

A 30-year-old man appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Friday, 27 December charged with four counts of attempted murder, causing serious injury by driving whilst disqualified, driving a motor vehicle dangerously and possession of a bladed article in a public place.

He was remanded in custody to appear at the Old Bailey on Friday, 24 January.

The charges will be reviewed by the court following the death of Aidan Chapman.

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 or message @MetCC quoting CAD 233/25DEC. Information, photos and footage can also be uploaded to Public Portal.

Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org

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A man who was arrested after pedestrians were struck by a vehicle in Primrose Hill in the early hours of Wednesday morning has been charged.

Daniel Sterling, 40 (07.07.1984) of Well Walk, Camden was charged on the morning of Thursday, 2 January with the following offences:

• Dangerous driving
• Causing serious injury by dangerous driving
• Failing to provide a drug test
• Assault by beating
• Possession of a knife in a public place
• A racially aggravated public order offence (Section 4a Public Order Act)

He was remanded to appear in custody at Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court later on Thursday morning.

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Metropolitan Police officers and staff have been recognised for their services to policing in The King’s New Year Honours List.

The recipients come from across all ranks of the organisation and reflect the bravery, compassion and commitment to public service of our people.

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley said:

“I am pleased to see so many of our remarkable people recognised for their public service and bravery in The King’s New Year Honours List. These are important awards which demonstrate the massive impact that policing has on public life, as well as the sheer diversity of the work we do.

“In this year’s list we see operational excellence recognised in solving murders, frontline incident management and leadership on issues of national importance – alongside supporting colleagues such as those with PTSD or leading crime prevention efforts with young people. I am privileged to work with such excellent people and the Metropolitan Police is lucky to have them.”

The recipients are:

Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE)

Jenny Leonard, Director of Operational Policing Law

For Services to Policing and to National Security, recognising national leadership in police law to protect the public, improve national security and pioneer innovative technology.

British Empire Medal (BEM)

Marek Regan, PCSO

For Services to Community Sports recognising 12 years of tireless work with community partners to establish a safe environment for young and vulnerable people to take part in sport and other activities like the Hampton Rangers Junior Football Club.

William Smith, PCSO

For Services to Policing recognising 17 years of working supporting the Whitton community, ensuring it is one of the safest within Greater London.

King’s Police Medal (KPM)

Matt Twist, Assistant Commissioner

For Distinguished Service to Policing recognising strategic leadership across a variety of challenging roles, and the ability to lead crucial national change in policing.

Mark O’Dell, Inspector

For Distinguished Service to Policing recognising 18 years of service to the community of Croydon as a frontline Incident Manager, and for supporting fellow officers to tackle trauma and PTSD.

Emma Harris, Detective Sergeant

For Distinguished Service to Policing recognising her sustained efforts to improve officer welfare, specifically about the risks of trauma when conducting investigations.

Matthew Hardcastle, Constable

For Distinguished Service to Policing recognising improvements to support for bereaved police families and colleagues at police funerals in addition to his main role as a traffic planner within Public Order Planning command.

Appointments in the Royal Victorian Order

Awarded by the Sovereign, independent of the Government, to recognise loyal service to the Monarchy

Member of the Royal Victorian Order (MVO)

Sergeant Neil Duncan March was made a Member of the Royal Victorian Order (MVO) for service in royalty and specialist protection.

Constable Ian Hadley Smith was made a Member of the Royal Victorian Order (MVO) for service in royalty and specialist protection.

Royal Victorian Medal (RVM) Silver

Constable Philip John Watkins received the Royal Victorian Medal (RVM) Silver for service in royalty and specialist protection.

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Detectives are appealing to the public for help and information after £10.4million worth of jewellery was stolen in a burglary at a home in Camden.

Between about 17.00hrs and 17.30hrs on Saturday, 7 December, an intruder targeted an address in the area of Avenue Road, NW8 entering the property through a second-floor window.

The residents were away at the time, and the burglar made-off with £150,000 worth of Hermes Crocodile Kelly handbags, £15,000 in cash and £10.4m of bespoke jewellery.

The suspect is described as a white man in his late 20s to 30s, of medium build, wearing a dark hoodie, cargo pants and a grey baseball cap. He covered his face during the break-in.

Among the items stolen were a number of unique pieces, including:

• Graff: A 10.73-carat diamond ring
• De Beers: Two butterfly diamond rings
• Hermes: A 3.03-carat ring, aquamarine ring and ‘Niloticud Lumiere’ necklace
• Van Cleef & Arpels: Clip featuring with gold, diamonds and sapphires, ‘Fleur des Mers’ ring with diamonds, sapphires and aquamarines, a diamond, sapphire and platinum necklace/bracelet collection (manufactured in 1978) and a gold, diamond and sapphire necklace.
• Chrome Hearts: Gold and emerald bracelet, gold and sapphire bracelet.
• Chopard: Diamond earrings.
• Other: Pink sapphire earrings from Katherine Wang, shaped like butterflies.

Detective Constable Paulo Roberts from the Central North Basic Command Unit, who is investigating the burglary, said: “This is a brazen offence, where the suspect has entered the property while armed with an unknown weapon and violated the sanctuary of the victims’ home.

“The suspect has stolen £10.4m worth of jewellery, much of which is sentimental and unique in its design, and therefore easily identifiable.

“We urge anyone who was in the area of Avenue Road, NW8, and saw anything suspicious to please come forward. Also, if you have seen this jewellery since, someone has offered to sell you it, or you have any further information, then please also contact the police or Crimestoppers anonymously.”

Anyone with information should call police on 101 or message @MetCC on X quoting CAD reference 5775/07DEC.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.