Ealing killing: Four men arrested
Sebastiaan James-Kraan died in hospital after being shot in west London earlier this month
Last updated 23rd Jun 2024
Four men have been arrested over the death of Sebastiaan James-Kraan, who died in hospital after being shot in Ealing.
On the morning of Friday 21 June two men in their 20s were arrested in Bristol on suspicion of murder. Both men have been moved to London, where they remain in police custody.
A man in his 40s was also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. He has since been released on bail.
On Saturday 22 June, a man in his 20s was also arrested in the Wembley area on suspicion of murder in the Wembley area. He remains in police custody.
Sebastiaan’s family have been updated on this development as they continue to be supported by specially trained officers.
Detective Chief Inspector Wayne Jolley said: "My thoughts continue to be with Sebastiaan’s family and friends at this unimaginably difficult time.
“Our investigation is progressing at pace and we have made a number of arrests. I am still keen to anyone who may have information about what happened to Sebastiaan so we can bring those responsible to justice.”
Chief Superintendent Sean Wilson, who's in charge of policing in the Ealing area, said: "I know that a death caused by gun crime will cause considerable concern in the local community. My thoughts are with the family and friends of the victim and my officers are doing everything to support the murder investigation.”
'Beautiful soul'
A statement from Sebastiaan's family said: "Sebastiaan James-Kraan was cruelly taken away from his family at such a young age.
"He was a kind, loving, gentle man with a beautiful soul who will be greatly missed by his loving family and many friends. A gentle giant with a heart of pure gold.
"Please now respect our privacy to allow us to cope with our grief."
Forensic work
Police were called at around 02:10hrs on Sunday, 9 June, to a shooting on Templeman Road, W7.
Officers attended along with LAS and found Sebastiaan, aged 20, with life-threatening gunshot injuries. He was taken to hospital, but sadly died on Wednesday, 12 June.
A post-mortem examination took place on Friday 21 June and the cause of death was found to be gunshot wounds.
Homicide detectives are now leading the investigation and specialist forensic work has been carried out at the scene.
The police are asking anyone with information, or any witnesses, to call them on 101 or post on X @MetCC, ref 807/09Jun.
You can also submit information directly to the investigation team online.
Or to stay 100 per cent anonymous, you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.