Death of woman stabbed at Notting Hill Carnival

A woman who was stabbed at Notting Hill Carnival has sadly died.

Shortly before 18:00hrs on Sunday, 25 August, officers deployed in Golborne Road, W10 as part of the Carnival policing operation became aware of a woman who had been stabbed.

The officers gave emergency medical treatment until the arrival of paramedics. The woman, who was later identified as 32-year-old Cher Maximen, was transported to hospital in a critical condition.

Despite the best efforts of medical staff, Cher died on the morning of Saturday, 31 August.

Recognising the seriousness of her injuries, detectives from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command took on the investigation in the hours after Cher was stabbed.

On Tuesday morning they arrested Shakiel Thibou, 20 (29.05.2004) of Masbro Road, W12.

He was charged with attempted murder and appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday morning. He was remanded in custody to appear at the Old Bailey on Wednesday, 25 September.

In light of Cher’s death, the offence will be reviewed in conjunction with the Crown Prosecution Service.

Detective Chief Inspector Alex Gammampila of the Met’s Homicide Command, who leads the investigation, said: “My thoughts are with Cher’s loved ones as they come to terms with this terrible loss.

“They are being supported by specialist officers and we will make sure that support continues.

“Cher was at Carnival with her young child. We have been in close contact with our local authority partners and Cher's family since soon after this incident to make sure the child is safe and looked after.”

Commander Charmain Brenyah, the Met’s spokesperson for Carnival, said: “The news of Cher’s tragic death is devastating for her family, the wider community and all those involved in delivering the Notting Hill Carnival.

"Carnival is about bringing people together in a positive celebration. That it has ended with the tragic loss of life, among other incidents of serious violence, will sadden everyone involved."