Teenager charged with murder of man in Peckham

A 17-year-old male has been charged with the murder of Jesse Lloyd-Smith in Peckham.

The teenager will appear at Wimbledon Magistrates’ Court later today (Friday, 2 August).

Jesse, aged 20, was fatally shot in East Surrey Grove on Wednesday, 10 July and died the following day.

An investigation is being carried out by detectives and Jesse’s family are being supported by specially trained officers.

A man aged 21, a 16-year-old boy and a 17-year-old female have all previously been arrested and bailed.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or post on X @MetCC quoting CAD 6886/10Jul. To remain 100 per cent anonymous call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit Crimestoppers-uk.org.

Information, images or footage can be provided at https://mipp.police.uk/operation/01MPS24W66-PO1.