Detectives have named the 77-year-old victim of a fatal stabbing at a busy market as a man was charged with his murder.
Hilkiah McLeggan from Southwark was pronounced dead at the scene at East Street Market, Walworth, south London on Sunday morning after reports of a “horrific” attack.
Two other men were taken to hospital with serious injuries after the 10.40am attack.
Both victims remain in hospital, one of them in a critical condition.
A shop worker said a knifeman was tackled by market traders who held him until police arrived.
“They just put him down, and they waited for the police,” Wasim Hussain said.
Musse Ali, 66, of no fixed abode, has since been charged with one count of murder and two counts of attempted murder.
He is due to appear at Croydon Magistrates Court on Tuesday, 12 November.
Met Chief Superintendent Seb Adjei-Addoh, lead for policing in Southwark, said: “This was a horrific incident where a man had lost his life and two other people received serious injuries.
“The incident has understandably caused concern amongst the local community. There will be an increased policing presence in the Walworth area as we work alongside our partners to provide reassurance to local people and small businesses operating in East Street.
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank brave members of the public who assisted police at the scene.”
Met officers quashed online speculation that the incident was terrorist-related, saying they would ask the public not to speculate.
Met Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell added: “Our officers have worked quickly to investigate this tragic incident and secure these charges.
“I would like to thank the members of the public who have assisted us so far and encourage anyone who hasn’t spoken with us, to get in contact.”
Anyone with information or any witnesses are asked to call 101 or message @MetCC on X quoting reference 2690/10Nov. To remain anonymous, please contact Crimestoppers.
