Keanu Harker, aged 18, was fatally shot on Great Cambridge Road last Thursday night

The victim of last week’s fatal shooting in Enfield has been named – as a teenager is charged with murder.

Keanu Harker, aged 18, died on Thursday, 26th June after being shot in Great Cambridge Road, between Bush Hill Park and Southbury.

After receiving reports that gunshots had been heard, Metropolitan Police officers attended the scene alongside the London Ambulance Service, who treated Keanu before taking him to a nearby hospital. He later died from his injuries.

A 17-year-old – who cannot be named for legal reasons – was arrested on Sunday (29th) in connection with the shooting. He is due to appear before Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court today (Tuesday 1st) charged with murder.

Another suspect, aged 24, was arrested on Monday (30th) on suspicion of conspiracy to murder. He is being held in police custody.

The police say that several lines of enquiry are active.

Detective Chief Superintendent Caroline Haines, who leads policing in Enfield for the Met, said: “Our thoughts remain with Keanu’s family and friends, and anyone else affected by his death. This is a shocking incident to happen in any community.

“We are working at pace to ensure that those responsible for Keanu’s death are held to account.

“I would urge anyone who could assist us with our investigation to contact police immediately and to refrain from speculating about this incident online.

“If you’d prefer to stay anonymous, you can also provide information to us through the charity Crimestoppers.

“We’d like to once again reassure the community that this appears to be an isolated incident and a thorough investigation is underway.

“Please do approach any of our officers who are in the local area, they will be happy to provide support to you.”

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call police on 101 quoting CAD 8393/26JUN or to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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