Detectives from Specialist Crime are investigating the murder of 45-year-old David Ackerley, from Hounslow have released several images of Jack Hill, who they want to speak to in relation to this matter.

Jack Hill (sometimes known as Jimmy or Jimmy Brazil) is a white man believed to be around 22 years of age, approximately 6ft 2ins tall, of an athletic/medium build with hazel eyes. He has dark blond/light brown curtain style hair and a surgical scar on his right wrist.

David was reported missing at around 09:30hrs on Sunday, 8 October. A short time later officers attended his address on Cedar Court, Boston Manor Road, where he was found deceased.

David is believed to have been assaulted outside his home between 6.15pm and 6.30pm on Saturday, 30 September.

Detective Chief Inspector Geoff Grogan said: “David’s grieving family have many questions about what happened to him, and we are now trying to provide them with answers.

A man has lost his life and it’s important that we uncover what happened to get justice for David and his family.

“This is why it’s really important that anyone who knows the whereabouts of Jack Hill, or has any information that might help us with our investigations, should get in touch.

“Please look at these images carefully. Do you recognise this man? Do you have any information about his whereabouts?

“If so, please get in touch with us. You can do some by calling 101 or post @MetCC reference 0524683/23 or to remain 100% anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”