LATEST: New appeal following fatal shooting in Sydenham

Detectives investigating the fatal shooting of Curtis Green in Sydenham last month have joined his family in making a fresh appeal for information just before Christmas.

Curtis, aged 30, died from his injuries following the incident in Wells Park Road, SE26 at 10:10hrs on Sunday, 10 November.

It came after a party at a property in Hensford Gardens that had started the night before. Curtis and two others, a man and a woman, were shot at.

Detective Chief Inspector Samantha Townsend, who is leading the homicide investigation, said: “We have already appealed to the public for information and thank you to all those who have supported us throughout the last month. However, we still need to build a bigger picture as to what happened to Curtis on that Sunday morning in Sydenham.

“Three people, including Curtis, were shot. While the other two people survived, one remains in hospital and has long road to recovery ahead of her.

“The investigation has progressed, we have made two arrests, and these two people remain on police bail while we make further enquiries.

“I am appealing to anyone who has information about what happened at the party, especially those outside Hensford Gardens at the time of the incident, to come forward.

“I am keen to hear from anyone who may have left prior and from those who were present at the time of the shooting. You may not think you have any key information, but it may prove vital to assist us with our investigation.

“We will support you throughout the process and will try our best to ensure that we are able to protect your identity if you have concerns.

“All information, even the slightest bit is important and relevant to us. Curtis’s family have to face Christmas not knowing what happened in the moments leading up to his death. You can come forward and provide them with the clarity they deserve.

“If you feel you know anything then please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.”

Curtis’ family remain devastated by his loss.

They said: “We are appealing for people to come forward with any information they may know pertaining to our beloved Curtis. Curtis loved his family, loved his community and worked hard to establish businesses to uplift people physically and spiritually.

“We appeal to the community’s morals, values and integrity to stand for justice and to stop the violence that is happening far too frequently.

“We, Curtis' family, are all devastated and heartbroken and will never be the same, having to live without such a vibrant, inspirational, loving person in our lives will be torture.”

Curtis was described by his family as “happy, excited and beautiful". He was an entrepreneur and the owner of a clothing brand and local fitness company. He was also a father-to-be, with a child due in five months.

Anyone with information is asked to call the incident room on 020 8721 4961 you can also call 101 stating reference number 2527/10NOV or you can contact us anonymously by calling the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

We also have an online portal, you can submit information here.

+ Two women were arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. They remain on police bail pending further enquiries.