Police appeal for help in tracing motorbike linked to murder

Detectives are appealing to the public for help after a man was shot dead in Hammersmith.

Officers need to trace a motorbike used by the suspect, last seen in the Ealing area.

A man has been charged with murder and remains in custody.

Police were called to Claxton Grove, W6 at 23:19hrs on Wednesday, 11 June where two men were treated by the London Ambulance Service for gunshot wounds.

Both were taken to hospital where, despite the best efforts of medical staff, 30-year-old Northolt resident Jordan Oliver Rodney, sadly died on Thursday, 12 June. His next-of-kin continue to be supported by specialist officers.

The second man, also in his 30s, was treated for minor injuries and has since been discharged from hospital.

Jahmel Joseph, 28 (05.12.1996), of Eaton Rise, Ealing, was charged on Saturday, 14 June with murder, attempted murder, possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life, possession of a prohibited weapon and dangerous driving.

He will next appear at the Old Bailey on Tuesday, 2 September.

Detective Chief Inspector Alex Gammampila from the homicide team leading the investigation, said:

“We are working at pace on this investigation, but are asking the public to help us trace what we believe was the motorbike used by the suspect in the shooting.

“The Yamaha MT-09 Tracer motorbike was last seen on CCTV in the Ealing area, near Eaton Rise.

“If you have any recollection of seeing it at any point on the day of the incident, or in the days afterwards, please call the police as soon as possible.”

If anyone has any information that can help, please contact the police as a matter of urgency on 101 quoting 8916/11JUN or visit here.

To remain anonymous, call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.