£20,000 reward for information following Clapham murder

Detectives investigating a fatal shooting in Clapham have announced a £20,000 Crimestoppers reward for information that leads to the identification, arrest and prosecution of those responsible.

Auguste-Marie Bile-Aka Amoa, or Bile-Aka to his family, who was employed as a bus driver, was a much-loved son, brother and friend to many. The 25-year-old died from gunshot wounds in Willington Road, Clapham on Monday, 10 August.

While officers are keeping an open mind as to the motive, investigators believe Bile-Aka was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time and was not the intended target of the attack.

Detectives investigating the shooting have today released new CCTV footage which they believe shows the two suspects on a moped moments before and after the incident.

The first clip shows the moped turning right from Landor Road into Willington Road, where the shooting took place, at 21:56hrs on 10 August. The second clip shows the same moped leaving the area along Kings Avenue, Clapham, at 21:57hrs.

Officers continue to pursue all lines of enquiry. A 22-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder on Monday, 10 August and was subsequently released with no further action following police enquiries. No further arrests have been made at this time.

Detective Chief Inspector Claire Guiver, leading the Met’s investigation, said: “The loss of Bile-Aka continues to hurt his family as they are left with a void that cannot be filled as a result of this tragic incident.

“There is someone out there who knows what happened that night and we are urging those individuals to find it in their heart to come forward. No matter how small you think the information is, please speak to us. It could be exactly what we need to find those responsible.

“A reward of up to £20,000 is being offered by the independent charity Crimestoppers for information leading to the identification and conviction of those responsible.

“My team and I understand that coming forward with information can feel daunting, but there are a number of ways you can speak to police. We will support you throughout the process and, where appropriate, can put measures in place to help protect witnesses who give evidence.”

Crimestoppers is offering the reward for any information which the charity exclusively receives and leads to the conviction of those responsible for the murder of Bile-Aka.

Mick Duthie, Director of Operations at the charity Crimestoppers, said: "Bile-Aka's family have been left devastated by his death and deserve answers about what happened that night.

"We understand that sharing information about serious violence can feel difficult. That's why Crimestoppers offers a way for people to speak up completely anonymously. We don't ask for your name, and your information is passed on anonymously to the police.

"If you know something, however small it may seem, please tell us what you know."

Appealing to the public for information, Bile-Aka’s family said: “We are devastated by the horrific murder of our son and brother Bile-aka. He was an amazing young man full of love, kindness, and an enthusiasm for life.

“Bile-aka was a dedicated bus driver, a job that he loved and was so committed to. Bile-aka touched so many hearts, and the pain of losing him is impossible to put into words.

“It is difficult to imagine a world without his smile, his presence, and the joy he brought to those around him. Family, friends, colleagues and our community are heartbroken, and all we want now is justice for him.

“From the bottom of our hearts, we ask anyone who saw or heard anything, or has any information about what happened to Bile-aka, to please come forward and give evidence.

“Even a detail that seems small to you could mean so much to those of us grieving his loss. It could help establish the truth and secure justice for him. Nothing can bring back his smile or fill the space he has left in our lives.

“But if you know something, you may be able to help us find the answers we so desperately need. Please stand with us in our grief, honour Bile-aka’s memory, and help ensure that justice is served.”

Anyone who can help is asked to call police on 101 quoting reference 8379/10AUG, or visit the Major Incident Police Portal.

Alternatively, people can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via its website. Any information given to Crimestoppers will be completely anonymised before it is passed onto police and will remain so.