Eight people have been detained on suspicion of murder following the fatal shooting of a man in a London park last month. Police and paramedics responded to an incident at Weavers Fields on Wilmot Street on August 6, where they found 31 year old Joshua McLean had been shot dead.

On September 25, detectives from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command apprehended eight males, aged between 17 and 56, on suspicion of murder. All eight suspects are currently being held in police custody.

Detective Inspector Jonny Newell stated: “Our thoughts remain with Joshua’s family who are absolutely devastated by this tragic incident. I am grateful to those who have spoken to officers and provided information that assisted us in our enquiries, but would like to appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time of this incident to get in touch with police if they haven’t done so already.

“If you have any information concerning this murder, we would like to hear from you.”

Detective Chief Superintendent James Conway added: “The arrests today are a significant development in this detailed and painstaking investigation. I do not underestimate the impact Joshua’s murder has had on the local community and I am grateful to those who supported us in our enquiries.”

Anyone with information is urged to contact the police on 101, quoting reference CAD 7454/06AUG. Information, images or footage can also be submitted via https://mipp.police.uk/operation/01MPS24W82-PO1 To maintain anonymity, individuals can reach out to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.