Man arrested on suspicion of murder and robbery after 87-year-old dies in north London
9 May 2025, 13:25 | Updated: 9 May 2025, 15:19
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the death of an 87-year-old in north London.
The Metropolitan Police said officers were called to a report of a robbery on Goodchild Road, Manor House, just before 6pm on Tuesday.
The London Ambulance Service attended the scene and an 87-year-old man was taken to hospital, where he died on Thursday.
A 59-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and robbery.
He was also arrested on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence and assault on police and taken into custody, the Metropolitan Police said.
The victim's family has been informed of the death and a post-mortem examination will be held in due course.
Detective Chief Inspector Mark Rogers said: "This is a horrific incident which very sadly resulted in an innocent man dying. His family are being supported by specialist officers.
"At this stage we are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident.
"However, this is a fast-paced investigation and I am appealing to anyone who may have been in the area or witnessed what happened to please contact the police."
Acting Chief Superintendent Brittany Clarke, who leads local policing in the area, said: "We know many people will be very concerned by what has happened and while we have a man in custody, local patrols have been stepped up.
"If you have any concerns please do speak to those officers. A man has lost his life in a tragic way and our thoughts remain with his family."
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