Victim of fatal Tottenham shooting named as detectives continue to appeal for information

Officers continue to appeal for information following a murder in Tottenham.

Police were called to an address in Waverley Road, N17 at 20:45hrs on Thursday, 20 March following reports that two men had suffered gunshot injuries.

Officers attended the scene alongside the London Ambulance Service who treated one man, aged 27, for a gunshot wound to the head and another man, aged 26, for a gunshot wound to the leg.

Despite the efforts of the emergency services, the 27-year-old man died as a result of his injuries. He has been formally identified as Mahad Abdi Mohamed. His family continue to be supported by specialist officers.

His family have released a tribute:

“Our family is grieving the profound loss of a son, a brother, a father and a friend. We kindly ask for privacy during this incredibly difficult time. We are grateful for your understanding and support.”

Detective Chief Inspector Rebecca Woodsford, of the Met’s Specialist Crime North team, said:

“Two men were shot on a residential street on Thursday, with one man sadly losing his life. My thoughts are with the victim’s family and friends at this time.

“We recognise the impact this will have on the local community. My team are working diligently to gather evidence and establish what led to this tragedy. I would ask any local residents with concerns to speak to officers at the scene, or to their local neighbourhood policing teams.

“I continue to ask for anyone who was in the area, past 20:00hrs on Thursday, 20 March, to please contact police if you heard or saw something suspicious. Your knowledge is critical to this investigation, and it may help us locate the suspects. Please do the right thing and come forward, you will be supported.”

The 26-year-old man remains in hospital, and is stable condition following surgery.

No arrests have been made and a crime scene remains in place whilst enquiries are ongoing.

If you know, or have any information then please come forward to police by stating CAD7426/20March or to remain anonymous please contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, your identity will be protected.

You can also report any information via our MIPP link: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/01MPS25X55-PO1