Sergiu Leahu, 40, of no fixed address, is due to appear before Bromley Magistrates’ Court on Monday morning (August 24)
A suspect has been charged with murder after a 42-year-old man was shot dead in Newham last Tuesday (August 18). Sergiu Leahu, 40, of no fixed address, was charged this morning (Monday, August 24) with killing Masum Miah.
At about 3am on August 18 police were called to St Bartholomew’s Road in East Ham to reports of a shooting.
Officers and ambulance paramedics arrived to find Mr Miah at the scene suffering from gunshots. Despite the efforts of emergency crews, the victim died at the scene shortly afterwards.
Mr Miah’s family are being supported by specialist officers. Leahu is due to appear before Bromley Magistrates’ Court this morning (Monday, August 24).
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, August 18.
“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.
You can also submit information via the Major Incident Public Portal, or anonymously by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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