Fresh appeal following murder in Brixton

Detectives investigating the murder of Troy Ramsundar in Brixton are continuing to appeal for information.

Officers from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command leading the investigation into Troy’s murder have today released images of a distinctive backpack they are keen to locate.

The backpack is a blue Herschel rucksack with brown strapping and a pink or orange striped lining. The backpack belonged to the suspect and we believe he may have discarded it in or around the vicinity of Brockwell Park.

The suspect entered the park from the Brixton Water Lane entrance at 05:15hrs on Thursday, 20 March and left by the junction of Norwood Road and Dulwich Road after approximately 30 minutes.

The suspect was wearing and may have also discarded:

• Dark outer jacket
• Light (possibly grey) hooded top
• Dark face-mask
• Dark trousers
• Dark shiny shoes
• Gloves (possibly red / brown)

Detectives are also keen to speak to anyone who was at the bus stop on Brixton Road (bus stop Q) between 04:30hrs and 05:15hrs on Thursday, 20 March. This bus stop is served by the 2, 3, 196, 415, 432, N2 & N3 buses.

Detective Chief Inspector Brian Howie, from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command, who is leading the investigation, said: “My team continue to support Troy’s family who are inconsolable and are trying to understand why he was killed.

“While we are making significant progress in our investigation, we continue to appeal for anyone who witnessed this incident and particularly anyone who has information about the bag and its contents to contact us.

"Did you see Troy that evening? We believe that he was selling packets of crisps in the area, including to people at the bus stop. This may seem like an insignificant detail but we are hoping it may jog people's memories.

“My team are working tirelessly to piece together the events that took place on the morning of Thursday, 20 March. They will be conducting a witness appeal at 04:00hrs tomorrow in Brixton Road on the two-week anniversary of Troy’s death.

“Please speak to them and share any information you may have. Help us to provide Troy’s family with the answers they need.”

Police were called at approximately 05:10hrs on Thursday, 20 March to reports of a man suffering a stab injury in Brixton Road SW9.

Officers and London Ambulance Service attended but despite their efforts Troy, aged 34, sadly died at the scene.

Anyone with information that could assist police is asked to call 101 or message @MetCC on X giving the reference CAD843/20Mar. You can also provide information, or upload images and footage, through the online portal here .

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

+ A man has been charged with Troy’s murder.