The victim of the fatal Enfield shooting has been named and pictured by detectives investigating the ‘shocking’ attack as officers ask for ‘immediate’ help. Keanu Harker, aged just 18, was shot on Great Cambridge Road, in Enfield, on Thursday (June 26).
After receiving reports that gunshots had been heard, Met Police officers attended the scene alongside paramedics from the London Ambulance Service, who treated Keanu before taking him to a nearby hospital. Despite the best efforts of medical staff, he later died from his injuries.
His family continue to be supported by specialist officers. The Met Police are calling on anyone who can help with the investigation, which is being described as an ‘isolated incident’, to contact offices ‘immediately’.
Detective Chief Superintendent Caroline Haines, who leads policing in Enfield for the Met, said: “Our thoughts remain with Keanu’s family and friends, and anyone else affected by his death. This is a shocking incident to happen in any community.
“We are working at pace to ensure that those responsible for Keanu’s death are held to account. I would urge anyone who could assist us with our investigation to contact police immediately and to refrain from speculating about this incident online.
“If you’d prefer to stay anonymous, you can also provide information to us through the charity Crimestoppers. We’d like to once again reassure the community that this appears to be an isolated incident and a thorough investigation is underway.
“Please do approach any of our officers who are in the local area, they will be happy to provide support to you.”
A 17-year-old boy – who cannot be named for legal reasons – was arrested on Sunday, 29 June, in connection with the shooting. He will appear before Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court today (Tuesday, July 1), charged with murder.
Another suspect – aged 24 – was arrested on Monday, June 30, on suspicion of conspiracy to murder. He is being held in police custody. Several lines of enquiry are active.
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call police on 101 quoting CAD 8393/26JUN or to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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