Askew Road Shooting Victim Named
20-year-old Alexander Kareem was gunned down walking home from the shop
Alexander Kareem. Picture: Met Police
The man killed in the shooting that took place in Shepherd’s Bush this Monday (8 June) has been named as 20-year-old Alexander Kareem.
He was walking along Askew Road at 12:40am having just been to a convenience store and heading home when he was shot opposite the Orchard Tavern.
The wounds to his chest and abdomen proved fatal despite the efforts of paramedics from London Ambulance Service and the attendance of a helicopter from the London Air Ambulance service.
Alexander’s family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
The Specialist Crime Command (Homicide) are investigating and are keeping an open mind as to the motive behind the attack. At this stage, there have been no arrests.
The white Range Rover Evoque , seen in the area on CCTV before the shooting and later found burned out on Ascott Avenue in Ealing, remains the is a key line of inquiry. Anyone who knows of its whereabouts leading up to this, or who may have been driving it, are asked to call police. Detectives would also like to hear from anyone who may have captured either the shooting or the Range Rover on dash cam.
The White Range Evoque pictured near murder scene. Picture: Met Police
Detective Chief Inspector Wayne Jolley who is leading the investigation, said, “Alexander was just 20 years old when his life came to an end in such a tragic way. We are determined to bring those responsible for this unnecessary and terrifying violence to justice. We continue to appeal for witnesses who may have seen or heard what happened to come forward. The white Range Rover seen in the area and later found burned out is also a key part of the investigation.
“We send our heartfelt condolences to Alexander’s family at this time.”
Any witnesses or anyone with any information should call 101 quoting CAD224/08June, or tweet @MetCC.
If you have information about this incident, or information about someone you suspect to be carrying a weapon and you do not want to speak to police, please contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or by visiting their website. It is 100 per cent anonymous. They never ask your name and cannot trace your call or IP address.
June 11, 2020