Detectives have named the victim of a fatal shooting in Westminster as they appeal for information one week on from his murder.
Police were called at 23:06hrs on Wednesday, 4 September to reports of shots fired in Bravington Road, W9. Officers and the London Ambulance Service attended and found a man suffering from gunshot injuries. Despite the best efforts of emergency services, he was declared dead at the scene at 23:48hrs.
Detectives have now named him as Tikquaan Stephenson-Walters, who lived in the Queens Park area. His next of kin are being supported by specially trained officers.
A post-mortem examination is expected to be held on Thursday, 12 September.There have been no arrests.
In a statement, Tikquaan’s family said: “Tikquaan Stephenson-Walters, 28, was a loving son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and grandson. Not only to his family but also his community. Tikquaan touched the hearts of many, his smile brightened every room he entered. He was an intellectual and charismatic young man who had no affiliation with any gang other than growing up and attending school within the local area. He grew friendships with people regardless of the paths they choose, he remained steadfast.
“The aftermath of this senseless killing has resulted in a family and community that has been destroyed. No one can comprehend this catastrophic loss. The resentment felt by everyone has crippled his loved ones.
“But a young man that mentored the young people in his life and had so much to offer.
“The family would like to ask for privacy and respect. If anyone has any information we urge you to come forward regardless to how insignificant it may seem.
“The family would also like to take this opportunity to thank the whole community and the outpouring of love, support and tributes made for this senseless act of violence to this innocent young man Tikquaan.”
The investigation is led by Detective Chief Inspector Wayne Jolley in Specialist Crime (Homicide). He said: “It’s now been a week since Tikquaan was fatally attacked on a quiet residential street. I have met and assured his family that I and my team will do everything we possibly can to bring to justice whoever was responsible for this wicked violence.
“Today we’ve released images of the suspect we’re urgently working to trace. These were taken in the vicinity before the attack took place.
“We’re deep into our enquiries and have established that Tikquaan was in Bravington Road, close to where he lived in a neighbouring street, when he was approached by a lone suspect on a white moped. They exchanged words before Tikquaan was shot at close range and the suspect then fled north and turned right into Marban Road.
“I must reiterate my appeal for anyone who has not yet spoken to us to come forward. I still need anyone who might have caught doorbell or dashcam footage to share it with us. You could have captured something before or after the attack that could be hugely valuable for us in bringing Tikquaan’s killer to justice.
“Tikquaan did not have any affiliation to gangs and so our work to understand the motive behind this terrible incident continues. If you have information that can help us, you can share it directly with the police or remain anonymous and send it via Crimestoppers.”
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