London crime news: 'Fast-paced' murder investigation launched after 'horrific robbery'

A ‘fast-paced’ murder investigation has been launched following the death of an 87-year-old man in London.

Police were called to the scene on Goodchild Road shortly after 5:50pm on Tuesday, 6th May.

The London Ambulance Service also attended the scene and an 87-year-old man was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Despite the best efforts of the emergency staff, the man sadly died yesterday (Thursday, 8th May). His family has been made aware.

A post-mortem examination will be held in due course.

On Thursday, 8th May, a 59-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder and robbery. He was also arrested on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence and assault on police and taken into custody.

Detective Chief Inspector Mark Rogers, from the Met’s Specialist Crime North Unit and leading the investigation, said: “This is a horrific incident which very sadly resulted in an innocent man dying. His family are being supported by specialist officers.

“At this stage we are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident. However, this is a fast-paced investigation and I am appealing to anyone who may have been in the area or witnessed what happened to please contact the police.”

Chief Superintendent Brittany Clarke, who leads local policing in the area, said: “We know many people will be very concerned by what has happened, and while we have a man in custody, local patrols have been stepped up.

“If you have any concerns please do speak to those officers. A man has lost his life in a tragic way and our thoughts remain with his family.”

If you witnessed this incident or have any information, please contact the investigation team on 0208 345 3715 quoting Operation Cedarbirch. If you wish to remain anonymous please contact CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.

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