The Metropolitan Police have launched a murder investigation following a fatal shooting in Brent, naming the victim as 55-year-old Simon Whyte.
Police identify victim of Stonebridge shooting
Officers from the Metropolitan Police confirmed the identity of the man who died after being shot in the Stonebridge area. The incident occurred on the evening of Friday, 19 December. Police were called to the scene where they found Mr Whyte with gunshot wounds. Despite the efforts of emergency services, he was pronounced dead at the location.
Appeal for information in murder probe
Detectives from the Specialist Crime Command are now leading a murder investigation and are urgently seeking information from the public. They are appealing to anyone who was in the Stonebridge area on that Friday evening, or who may have witnessed events leading up to the shooting, to come forward.
Police are particularly interested in any dashcam, doorbell, or CCTV footage from the vicinity that could assist their enquiries. A crime scene remains in place as forensic officers continue their examination.
Community impact and ongoing investigation
The fatal shooting in Brent has sent shockwaves through the local community. Senior investigating officers have reassured residents that a dedicated team is working tirelessly to establish the full circumstances and to find those responsible.
This remains a fast-moving investigation. The police have urged anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to contact them immediately via the incident room or anonymously through Crimestoppers.
