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Detectives investigating the murder of a 30-year-old man in Hammersmith are urgently appealing to the public for help in tracing a motorbike believed to have been used by the suspect.
Jordan Oliver Rodney, from Northolt, was fatally shot in Claxton Grove, W6, shortly before midnight on Wednesday 11 June. Police and paramedics arrived to find two men with gunshot wounds. Both were taken to hospital, but Jordan tragically died the following day despite the best efforts of medical staff.
A second man, also in his 30s, was treated for minor injuries and has since been discharged.
Police Appeal for Information on Yamaha MT-09
The Metropolitan Police has now issued an appeal to help trace a Yamaha MT-09 Tracer motorbike, believed to have been used during the shooting.
The bike was last seen on CCTV in the Ealing area, near Eaton Rise, and detectives believe it may hold vital clues.
Detective Chief Inspector Alex Gammampila, who is leading the investigation, said:
"We are working at pace on this investigation, but are asking the public to help us trace what we believe was the motorbike used by the suspect in the shooting.
The Yamaha MT-09 Tracer motorbike was last seen on CCTV in the Ealing area, near Eaton Rise.
If you have any recollection of seeing it at any point on the day of the incident, or in the days afterwards, please call the police as soon as possible."
Man Charged with Murder
Jahmel Joseph, 28, of Eaton Rise, Ealing, has been charged with murder, attempted murder, possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life, possession of a prohibited weapon, and dangerous driving.
He is currently in custody and will next appear at the Old Bailey on Tuesday 2 September.
How to Help
- Anyone with information about the motorbike or the events surrounding the murder is urged to contact police on 101, quoting reference 8916/11JUN.
- Information can also be submitted online via the Met Police website.
- To remain completely anonymous, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via crimestoppers-uk.org.
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