Man charged with murder over fatal Newham shooting

A man has been charged with murder after a man was shot in Newham.

Sergiu Leahu, 40, of no fixed address, was charged on Monday, 24 August, with the murder of 42-year-old Masum Miah.

Leahu is due to appear before Bromley Magistrates’ Court this morning.

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

Officers attended with the London Ambulance Service. Mr Miah was found at the scene suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite the best efforts of emergency services, he sadly died at the scene.

Mr Miah’s family are being supported by specially trained officers.

Detective Chief Inspector Dan Whitten, who is leading the investigation, said: “Our thoughts remain with Masum’s family as they come to terms with his tragic death.

“We are continuing to appeal to anyone with information that could assist our enquires to come forward.

"We are specifically appealing for anyone who saw a black Nissan Duke in the vicinity of St Bartholomew's Road between the evening of Monday, 17 August, and the early hours of Tuesday, 18 August."

“If you were in the area at the time of the shooting, witnessed anything suspicious, or have any dashcam, CCTV or doorbell footage that could support our investigation, we urge you to get in touch.

“No matter how big or small the information you have is, it could prove vital in helping us piece together the full circumstances.”

Anyone who witnessed this incident, or who has information, is urged to contact police on 101, quoting reference CAD 797/18AUG.

Information can also be submitted via the Major Incident Public Portal.

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