Forensic teams in Stroud Green Road last Thursday

DETECTIVES have named a 19-year-old killed near Finsbury Park as they continued to appeal for witnesses and information.

The victim has been formally identified as 19-year-old Ahmed Habib who was from Islington.

A murder investigation was launched in the early hours of July 11 after police were called to reports of two men injured in a car in Stroud Green Road, at the junction of Tollington Park.

Police, paramedics and London’s Air Ambulance found Ahmed suffering from stab injuries. He was later pronounced dead at the scene.

The male driver of the car was also taken to hospital for treatment before being discharged.

Detective Chief Inspector Tony Kirk said: “Firstly I want to offer my condolences to Ahmed’s family. I cannot begin to imagine what they are going through. A young man has lost his life in violent circumstances and as a team we are committed to finding out what happened to Ahmed and bringing those responsible to justice.

“We have established that the two men sustained their injuries in Seven Sisters Road close to Yonge Park before driving to Stroud Green Road where the car came to a stop.

“Anyone who was driving through that route from Seven Sisters Road to Stroud Green Road and Tollington Park please check your dashcam footage in case you have captured anything that could help our investigation.

“Likewise, any residents in the area please get in touch as a matter of urgency if you notice anything out of the ordinary captured by your doorbell camera.”
Superintendent Annmarie Cowley, who is responsible for policing in Islington, said: “I know that news of this incident will cause a lot of concern in the local community. That is of course understandable and I share that concern.

“Residents can expect to see officers in the area over the coming days and I would encourage you to speak with them should you have any concerns.

“We are also working closely with local partners to ensure support is there for those who need it.”

There has been no arrest and enquiries into the circumstances continue. Anyone with information that could assist police has been asked to call 101