Police have released CCTV images of two possible witnesses as a murder investigation continues into the death of a chef on the final day of Notting Hill Carnival.
Mussie Imnetu, 41, was repeatedly punched in the head during an altercation outside the Dr Power restaurant in Queensway at around 11.20pm on August 26 . He died four days later in hospital.
At the time of the attack, Sweden-born Mr Imnetu was visiting the UK on business from Dubai where he lives and works as a chef.
He has worked under celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, as well as Marcus Wareing and Alain Ducasse.
In August, suspect Omar Wilson, 31, was charged with murder and he appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court where he was remanded in custody before appearing at Southwark Crown Court in September.
He pleaded not guilty last month and is due to stand trial in February at the Old Bailey.
Detectives are still trying to build a picture of exactly what happened to Mr Imnetu and have released pictures of two men they believe may have information about the attack.
Detective Chief Inspector Brian Howie, who is leading the investigation, said: “Mussie Imnetu’s murder has been devastating for his family and friends.
“A man will stand trial in February, but all the time we continue to investigate the attack.
“We need to speak to two men who were near the Dr Power restaurant in Queensway between 23:10hrs and 23:30hrs on Monday, 26 August and who we believe may hold vital information.
“I would like to stress that the two men pictured have not done anything wrong. If you are one of these men, or if you know one of them, we’d like to hear from you.
“We'd also still like to hear from anyone else who has information and hasn't yet spoken to us.
"Did you happen to speak with the victim or the suspect at the time? Did you hear or see anything before the attack took place? Any information you have could prove vital in our ongoing investigation.”
Anyone who can identify the people in the photos or who has other information is asked to call 101 or message @MetCC on X giving the reference 8020/26AUG. Information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, by calling 0800 555 111.
