Man charged with murder after fatal stabbing of ice cream seller in Wembley

A man has been charged with murder after the fatal stabbing of an ice cream seller in Wembley.

Zaher Zaarour, 26, of Brent, has also been charged with possession of a bladed article. He has been remanded into custody and will appear at Willesden Magistrates' Court on Friday.

Met Police officers responded to reports of a stabbing in Monks Park, Wembley, on Tuesday evening.

Shazad Khan, 41, was treated by London Ambulance Service, but despite the efforts of paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

A 31-year-old woman was arrested at the scene for conspiracy to murder. She has been bailed until September pending further inquiries, police said.

On Wednesday, local resident Asim Mahmood Butt, 39, described Khan as a "famous ice cream guy" in the area who had been selling ice cream from his van - known locally for featuring a large teddy bear - for "about a year".

Mr Butt said Mr Khan was married and had a young daughter. Police said Mr Khan's family has been informed and is being supported by specialist officers.

Detective Chief Inspector Paul Waller said: "I would like to thank the community for their help and support during this investigation."

He added that residents can expect an increased number of officers in the area as the investigation continues.

Detective Chief Superintendent Luke Williams, local policing commander for north-west London, said on Wednesday: "Our thoughts remain with Shazad's family and friends at this unimaginably difficult time."

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