A man stabbed to death in South London on Sunday, November 10, has been identified. Hilkiah McLeggan, 77, from Southwark, was pronounced dead at the scene in Walworth.
Two other men were taken to hospital, where they remain after the incident on East Street at around 10.40am. One of them is critical.
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Ali Musse, 66, of no fixed abode has since been charged with one count of murder and two counts of attempted murder. He is due to appear at Croydon Magistrates Court on Tuesday, November 12.
Chief Superintendent Seb Adjei-Addoh, lead for policing in Southwark, said: “This was a horrific incident where a man had lost his life and two other people received serious injuries.
"The incident has understandably caused concern amongst the local community. There will be an increased policing presence in the Walworth area as we work alongside our partners to provide reassurance to local people and small businesses operating in East Street. I would like to take this opportunity to thank brave members of the public who assisted police at the scene.
“Lastly we are aware of posts circulating on social media, implying that this was a terrorist incident. Our enquiries indicate this is not the case and we ask the public not to speculate.”
Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell said: “Our officers have worked quickly to investigate this tragic incident and secure these charges.
“I would like to thank the members of the public who have assisted us so far and encourage anyone who hasn’t spoken with us, to get in contact.
An investigation remains ongoing within the Met’s Specialist Crime Unit, said the force.
Anyone with information or any witnesses are asked to call 101 or message @MetCC on X quoting reference 2690/10Nov. To remain anonymous, please contact Crimestoppers.
