Arrests made in East Finchley murder investigation

Two people have been arrested as part of an investigation into the murder of a man in East Finchley.

On Friday, 17 July detectives arrested a 30-year-old man on suspicion of murder at an address in Lewisham.

A woman, aged 47, was also arrested at the same location on suspicion of assisting an offender.

Both are currently in custody at a London police station.

Police were called by the London Ambulance Service at 22:06hrs on Monday, 30 June following reports of a man being assaulted inside a shop on Brook Walk, East Finchley.

The victim was taken to hospital, where he sadly died on Sunday, 12 July.

He has been named as 53-year-old Paul Heyfron, from East Finchley. His family continue to be supported by specially trained officers.

Detective Inspector Jon Moseling, the Senior Investigating Officer said: “Our thoughts remain with Paul’s family and friends at this extremely difficult time.

“This is a significant update in our investigation, however our enquiries continue to establish the circumstances of this tragic incident.