A man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering an 87-year-old pensioner who died two days after a suspected robbery.
Police were called to reports of a robbery inGoodchild Road, Manor House, London at around 5.50pm on Tuesday.
The elderly man was found with life-threatening injuries and taken to hospital, where he sadly died yesterday.
His family have been made aware.
A post-mortem examination will be held in due course.a
A 59-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder, robbery, a racially aggravated public order offence and assault on police yesterday and taken into custody.
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.’
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.”
If you witnessed the incident or have any information that could help the investigation call 0208 345 3715, quoting Operation Cedarbirch.
To remain anonymous contact CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.
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