09-05-2025
Man, 87, dies after robbery in north London as 57-year-old male is arrested on suspicion of murder
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and robbery after the death of an 87-year-old pensioner in North London.
The Metropolitan Police said officers were called to Goodchild Road, Manor House, to a report of a robbery at around 5.53pm on Tuesday.
London Ambulance Service also attended the scene and the elderly man was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
However, the man died in hospital on Thursday and his family have been informed of the death.
A 59-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and robbery.
He was also also arrested on suspicion racially aggravated public order offence and assault on police.
A post-mortem examination will be held in due course, Metropolitan Police added.
Detective Chief Inspector Mark Rogers, from the Met's Specialist Crime North Unit and leading the investigation, 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.'
Assistant 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.'
