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Detectives from the Metropolitan Police are renewing appeals for information three months after the tragic shooting of 28-year-old Mahad Abdi Mohamed, who died in a suspected case of mistaken identity.
Mahad, a beloved son, brother, and father, was fatally shot in the head in Waverley Road, Tottenham, at around 8.45pm on Thursday, 20 March. He had been spending the evening with a friend when gunmen in a stolen silver Mitsubishi Outlander opened fire, striking Mahad multiple times. He later died in hospital despite efforts from emergency responders.
His 26-year-old friend also sustained a gunshot wound to the leg and was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Police believe the shooters had intended to target someone else and that Mahad’s killing was a result of a premeditated and targeted attack gone wrong.
Four individuals were arrested on suspicion of murder in March and April but have since been released on bail while enquiries continue.
“Someone out there knows what happened”
Detective Chief Inspector Rebecca Woodsford, leading the investigation, said:
“This tragic event, and Mahad’s death, has had a profound impact on the community and all those who loved him. Someone out there knows what happened. And that person, or people, must come forward. Regardless of how small you think your information is, please share it with us.”
Investigators are particularly keen to speak with anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity in Waverley Road on the night of the shooting or saw the silver Mitsubishi Outlander, which was stolen and later found burnt out in Runcorn Close, N17, the following morning.
DCI Woodsford added:
“We understand how daunting the process of coming forward can be, but my team and I are here to support anyone willing to share what they know. It could be the missing piece we need to bring Mahad’s killers to justice.”
A family in pain
In an emotional plea, Mahad’s youngest sister said:
“To stay silent is to be complicit. To stay silent is to let a grieving mother suffer in confusion. To stay silent is to let a little boy grow up not knowing what happened to his father.”
“If you know something and you haven’t come forward, please think about that. Think about a family that cannot begin to heal because the truth is still hiding in the shadows. My brother deserves better. He deserves justice.”
How to help
The public is urged to contact police on 101, quoting reference 7426/20MAR. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or through the Major Incident Public Portal.
