Two charged in connection with Dontae McLaren murder

A man and woman have been charged with offences relating to the murder of 24-year-old Dontae McLaren in Lambeth last month.

Tyanne Corbin, 25 (23.05.1999) and Hamid Hamdi, 25 (31.10.1998) appeared at Central Criminal Court on Monday, 14 October charged with causing Dontae grievous bodily harm with intent, and violent disorder.

Both were remanded in custody to appear at Kingston Crown Court on Wednesday, 6 November.

A 26-year-old man arrested on suspicion violent disorder and causing grievous bodily harm is currently on bail. Next due on a date in early November.

Police were called at around 04:05hrs on Sunday, 29 September to reports of a large group fighting with knives in Wandsworth Road, SW8.

Officers, London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance attended.

Despite the best efforts of the emergency services, 24-year-old Dontae McLaren was pronounced dead at the scene. Specialist officers continue to support his family.

+ Dynzell Patrick, 26 (18.06.1998) has previously appeared in court charged with Dontae’s murder. He is next due to appear at Central Criminal Court on 23 December.