Three months after Derrick Jones, 56, was found dead in Ilford, police are ramping up the hunt with a hefty £20,000 reward. Detectives hope the cash boost will stir the public into naming Derrick’s killer.
Mystery Death on Walton Road
In the early hours of 23 July, officers were called to Walton Road, Ilford, where a passerby discovered Derrick’s body wrapped in a sheet between the pavement and the road. Forensics revealed injuries, but the exact cause of death remains unclear.
Derrick’s Last Known Whereabouts
Detectives believe Derrick was socialising at a friend’s flat on Warrior Square, E12 the day before he was found. They are desperate for anyone who saw or heard anything unusual in the area around that time to step forward.
Detectives Urge Public to Come Forward
“Three months have passed since Derrick’s murder, and we need fresh leads,” said Detective Sergeant Wes Hawkins. “Walton Road is busy, so someone out there holds a vital clue. No detail is too small.”
The Met’s investigation team is offering up to £20,000 through Crimestoppers for info leading to an arrest. Derrick’s family deserves justice, and your tip could crack the case.
How to Help
- Call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. No names, no trace.
- Contact police direct on 101 or the Met’s witness appeal line at 0207 960 8193.
- Quote reference 1022/23JUL or Operation Crybath.
Don’t stay silent – your information could bring Derrick’s killer to justice.
