Officer who shot Chris Kaba in south London charged with murder
The 24 year old was struck by a single bullet in Streatham Hill last September.
Last updated 20th Sep 2023
The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised a charge of murder for a Met firearms officer in relation to the fatal shooting of Chris Kaba in September 2022.
The decision was made by the CPS following a referral from the Independent Office for Police Conduct.
Mr Kaba, 24, died when he was shot through the windscreen of the Audi that he was driving in Streatham Hill, south London on September 6 last year.
Rosemary Ainslie from the CPS said: "Following a thorough review of the evidence provided by the IOPC (Independent Office for Police Conduct), the CPS has authorised a charge of murder against a Metropolitan Police officer following the death of Chris Kaba.
"The CPS reminds all concerned that criminal proceedings against the officer are active and that he has the right to a fair trial."
"It is extremely important there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings."
Metropolitan Police Deputy Assistant Commissioner Helen Millichap said: “We have fully supported the IOPC investigation as it has worked to establish the facts.
“Today’s announcement is a significant and serious development. We must now allow the court process to run its course so it would not be appropriate for me to say more at this stage.
“Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this case.”
The officer remains suspended from duty. Misconduct matters will be considered at the conclusion of the criminal proceedings.
In a joint statement, the family of Chris Kaba said: “Chris was so very loved by our family and all his friends. He had a bright future ahead of him, but his life was cut short. Our family and our wider community must see justice for Chris.
We welcome this charging decision, which could not have come too soon. Now we await the trial of the firearms officer without delay and hope and pray that justice will be served.”
The officer will attend Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, 21 September.