Police release image of people they are keen to speak to who may have information on the Michelle Sadio shooting. Michelle's family are being supported by specialist officers.

 

From Roundwood Police

Detectives investigating the murder of Michelle Sadio have issued an image of individuals they are keen to speak to.

Detectives from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command are leading the investigation into Michelle’s murder and have today released an image (above) of people they believe may have information about the occupants of a car linked to the shooting.

The car, a black Kia Niro with distinctive alloys, with the number plate LA23 XRE was being driven by the suspects who then fired a number of shots in Gifford Road, NW10 on Saturday, 14 December.

Michelle was one of three people injured and she sadly died at the scene.

Following the shooting, the car was driven from Gifford Road to Barnhill Road where it was then abandoned and set alight.

Detective Chief Inspector Phil Clarke, who is leading the investigation, said: 

Our investigation has progressed at pace but we are still keen to hear from anyone who can help piece together the series of events which led to Michelle’s murder.

We have an image of a number of people who were seen speaking to the occupants of a black Kia Niro of interest on Church Road, NW10 at 20:50hrs on Saturday, 14 December.

Are you one of the people pictured in the white Mercedes or on the pavement nearby, or do you recognise anyone? Did you hear or see something either before or after the shooting that may help with the investigation?

I would like to stress that none of those pictured have done anything wrong. They may not live in the area but they could hold information that is important to the investigation and I urge them to contact us.

At approximately 21:15hrs on Saturday, police were called to reports of the shooting, which happened as Michelle and others were standing outside the church following a wake. Officers and London Ambulance Service paramedics attended the scene.

Michelle, aged 44, was found suffering serious injuries – despite the efforts of the emergency services she was pronounced dead at the scene.

Michelle’s family have been informed and continue to be supported by specialist officers. They have requested that media respect their privacy during this difficult time.

Two men, both aged in their 30s, also suffered injuries. One remains in hospital in a critical condition; the other man’s injuries are not life threatening.

There have been no arrests at this stage and enquiries into the circumstances continue.

Anyone with information that could assist police is asked to call 101 or message @MetCC on X giving the reference CAD 7137/14DEC.

You can also provide information, or upload images and footage, through the online portal here or by scanning the attached QR code.

Information can also be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Public meeting following Gifford Road shooting

 

Police appeal for information about the car used in Gifford Road fatal shooting

 

Michelle Sadio

From Metropolitan Police

Detectives investigating the murder of Michelle Sadio in Brent are appealing for information about a car used in the shooting.

The vehicle, a black Kia with distinctive alloys, was being driven by the suspects who then fired a number of shots in Gifford Road, NW10 on Saturday, 14 December.

Michelle was one of three people injured and she sadly died at the scene.

Following the shooting, the car was driven from Gifford Road to Barnhill Road where it was then abandoned and set alight.

Detective Chief Inspector Phil Clarke, from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command, who is leading the investigation, said: 

 “While we are making significant progress in our investigation, we continue to appeal for anyone who witnessed this incident and particularly anyone who has information about the black Kia to please get in touch.

“The black Kia Niro was distinctive as it was a hybrid electric vehicle with unique alloys. Did you see it that night at any point, or in the days before the shooting? 

 

 

“Thank you to those who have already come forward. What you know, however insignificant it may seem now, could hold the key to this investigation.

“My team is working tirelessly to piece together the events that took place on Saturday evening, and to provide Michelle’s family with the answers they need.”

At approximately 21:15hrs on Saturday police were called to reports of the shooting, which happened as Michelle and others were standing outside the church following a wake. Officers and London Ambulance Service paramedics attended the scene.

Michelle, aged 44, was found suffering serious injuries – despite the efforts of the emergency services she was pronounced dead at the scene.

Michelle’s family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers. Michelle’s family have requested that media respect their privacy during this difficult time.

Two men, both aged in their 30s, also suffered injuries. One remains in hospital in a critical condition; the other man’s injuries are not life threatening.

There have been no arrests at this stage and enquiries into the circumstances continue.

The public can expect to see an increased police presence in the area as officers investigate and conduct door to door enquiries as well as carrying out extra patrols. While some cordons have now been lifted, others will remain in place for the time being to provide detectives with the best chance to secure important evidence.

Anyone with information that could assist police is asked to call 101 or message @MetCC on X giving the reference CAD 7137/14DEC. You can also provide information, or upload images and footage, through the online portal here or by scanning the attached QR code.

Information can also be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Two sides of Brent as community mount a fire rescue and a woman dies in a shooting

 It was a real mixed 'Brent weekend' with the community coming  together to save people from a serious fire in Willesden LINK and the dreadful news of a female dying in a fatal shooting in Harlesden LINK. Our thanks go out to the life savers in Willesden and our sympathy to the family and friends of the Harlesden victim.

My thanks to Michael Roberts of the Michael Styles hair salon in High Road, Willesden for permission to publish the videos he posted on Next Door and other social media:  first hand account of the rescue and the struggle to get help for a hearing impaired man in the aftermath.

 

Michael Roberts has set up a Funding page for Albert to help him get back on his feet.

Statement from Cllr Muhammed Butt after female fatality at Harlesden shooting

 Following the tragic news of the fatal shooting of a woman in Harlesden, The Leader of Brent Council, Councillor Muhammed Butt has issued a statement. 

Councillor Muhammed Butt, Leader of Brent Council said:

Along with everyone in Brent, I am deeply shocked and saddened to learn that a woman has tragically died following a fatal shooting on Gifford Road, Harlesden, last night, which also left two other people injured.

Our thoughts and condolences are with the victim’s loved ones and all those affected during this incredibly difficult time.

While incidents like this are rare in our borough, I know it will cause concern within our community. I want to reassure everyone that we are working closely with residents, partners and the police to make sure our residents feel safe and supported.

If you have any information that could assist the investigation, please contact the Metropolitan Police on 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD7137/14Dec.

You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.

A murder investigation is under way following a shooting in Gifford Road, Brent - Police Appeal

FROM  METROPOLITAN POLICE

A murder investigation is under way following a shooting in Brent.

At approximately 21:15hrs on Saturday, 14 December police were called to reports a shooting in Gifford Road, NW10.

Officers and London Ambulance Service attended the scene.

A woman, believed aged in her 40s, was found suffering injuries – despite the efforts of the emergency services she was pronounced dead at the scene.

Two other men, both aged in their 30s, also suffered injuries. One remains in hospital in a critical condition; the other man’s injuries are not life threatening.

Road closures remain in place around the scene as work continues to gather evidence following the shooting.

There has been no arrest and enquiries into the circumstances continue.

Superintendent Tony Josephs, from the North West Command Unit which covers Brent, said: 

This is a truly shocking incident that has left a woman dead and two others injured, and I understand the concern this will cause the local community and those across London.
 

I want to reassure people that a team of experienced detectives are already working at pace to piece together the events of last night and identify whoever was responsible for this heinous act of violence.
 

If you were in or around Gifford Road at the time of the shooting, or have any information about who was responsible, please get in contact with us. A family has been left devastated and we need to work together to provide them with answers.

Anyone with information that could assist police is asked to call 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD7137/14Dec. You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

UPDATED: Police appeal to public after 3 shot in Neasden. Section 60 imposed on 3 Brent wards

 From Metropolitan Police

Detectives are appealing for witnesses after three people were shot in Brent on Monday evening.

Police were called to Dog Lane, NW10 at 19:01hrs on Monday, 15 August following reports that a person had been shot.

Officers attended and found a 17-year-old male with a gunshot wound.

Two further victims – a 21-year-old man and another man believed to be aged in his early 20s – were found nearby.

All three males were transported to hospital. The 17-year-old’s injuries have been assessed as non-life changing, the 21-year-old has a potentially life changing injury and the man believed to be in his early 20s remains in a serious but stable condition.

Police firearms officers responded as part of the incident. The suspect/s had fled prior to their arrival.

They provided emergency first aid to the victims until the arrival of paramedics.

An investigation is under way. At this early stage there have not been any arrests.

Anyone with information should call police on 101 with the reference 6551/15AUG.

Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

A S60 (Section 60) has been put in place in some Brent wards (Stonebridge, Dollis Hill, and part of Welsh Harp)  after the Neasden shootings.

 

What is a Section 60?

A Section 60 is a power given by an Inspector or above which allows police officers to stop and search anyone in a specific area without needing to have reasonable grounds.

It is granted under Section 60 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994.

Why are Section 60s put in place?

A Section 60 is put in place if an Inspector or above believes that people will be:

• carrying weapons or
• causing serious violence or
• incidents involving serious violence MAY take place.

in a particular area.