Brent Cross Shopping Centre victim named
21 year old victim named by police
Police investigating the fatal stabbing at Brent Cross Shopping Centre have named the 21 year old victim as Gedeon Ngwendema.
After officers were called out to reports of a group of males fighting at the centre, they found Gedeon had been injured. The 21 year old died at the scene. A post morten found the cause of death to be a single stab wound.
Tonight (Wed) a crime scene remains in place and we are told that the public can expect to see an increased police presence in the area.
Following the incident, officers made two arrests nearby. The first, an 18-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of murder. The second man, aged 22, was arrested on suspicion of murder and affray. Both men remain in custody.
A third man, aged 20 was arrested today (Wed) at his home address in Harrow on suspicion of murder and remains in custody.
Detective Chief Inspector Linda Bradley, leading the investigation, said:
“We are directly appealing for information from anyone who may have witnessed the incident and is able to help us with our investigation. We are especially urging anyone with footage of the incident or the aftermath to get in touch with us immediately.
“There was a significant number of people nearby when this tragic incident happened and I am confident that there are people out there who are yet to come forward. No matter how insignificant the information may seem to you, please contact the police as soon as possible.
“As you can imagine, Gedeon’s family are experiencing unimaginable grief and we want to bring answers and justice to them as quickly as we can. This is a complex investigation and we appreciate the local community’s support and understanding while we continue to conduct our enquiries.”
Anyone with information should call the incident room on 0208 358 1010 or call 101, providing the reference CAD 6136/04MAY. Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers, anonymously, by calling 0800 555 111.