Family tribute to Hilkiah McLeggan

The family of a 77-year-old man who died, following a stabbing in Walworth last weekend have paid tribute to him.

Hilkiah McLeggan, known to his family and friends as Mac or LLoyde died following a serious assault at 10:40hrson East Street, SE17 on Sunday, 10 November.

Following his death, his family have said the following:

“Hilkiah McLeggan (Mac or Lloyde to his friends and family) was a warm, kind, and generous man who would do anything for his friends and family. He was a hard-working man who worked on past his retirement because he knew he could offer more of himself and enjoyed being amongst his colleagues who were also his friends.

“He was a great support to so many and would offer his help without hesitation to support their needs. His family and friends are devastated and are struggling to make sense this terrible event.

“The family would like to express their gratitude to everyone that has expressed their condolences and those that have set up a special memorial at East Street Market that he frequented so often for many decades.

“The family would also like to thank all the wonderful people at East Street Market who on Remembrance Sunday showed such bravery in apprehending the suspect to prevent any more lives and hearts being broken.

“Heartfelt gratitude is expressed to those that stopped to come his aid including the LAS in an attempt to save him and those that prayed for him in his final moments. The family would also thank the police who are supporting them while they try to process their grief and ask for privacy while they come to terms with such a tragic, senseless and devastating loss.

“The family encourage those who have been affected by this to seek help and support if needed. Our best wishes are extended to the other victims and their family. We hope they have a positive outcome and wish them well on their recovery.”

A man has since been charged in connection with the investigation.