Fifth man charged with murder over fatal Newham shooting

A 19-year-old man has appeared in court charged with murder following a shooting in Newham.

Nay-Quan Davis-Jodo (29/07/2007) of Mowbrays Road, Romford was arrested on Thursday, 8 October as part of the investigation into the murder of 42-year-old Masum Miah.

On Friday, 9 October he was charged with murder and remanded to appear at Bromley Magistrates’ Court on Saturday, 10 October. He is next due to appear at Central Criminal Court on Tuesday, 13 October.

Around 03:00hrs on Tuesday, 18 August police were called to St Bartholomew’s Road following reports of a shooting.

Officers attended with the London Ambulance Service, where Masum sadly died as a result of his injuries. His family continue to be supported by specially trained officers.

Four men have already been arrested and charged with murder as part of the investigation:

Sergiu Leahu, 40 (20.11.1985) of no fixed address

Leonel Friman Intasse, 18 (07.06.2008) of High Street, Sittingbourne

Renars Ludins, 47 (24.11.1978) of no fixed address

Mihai Stancu, 36 (15.07.1990) of Charlton Crescent, Barking

They have been remanded in custody and are next due to appear at the Old Bailey on Monday, 17 May.

The investigation continues and anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting CAD 797/18AUG, or you can submit this via the Major Incident Public Portal.

Information can also be provided anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.