This is the first picture of a young father who died after being blasted with a shotgun in a suburban street in south-west London.
Kyle Kelson, 25, was gunned down in Cheam and died at the scene 30 minutes later after police and air ambulance paramedics battled to save him.
Armed officers and the air ambulance were scrambled to the shooting in Brocks Drive, a tree-lined road of family homes, at 1.12am.
A post mortem examination revealed that Mr Kelson, who was from Cheam, had died from a shotgun wound to the head.
Murder squad detectives have released images of a car that was seen pulling away after the attack.
Mr Kelson’s grieving mother paid tribute to her son as police appealed for information to help bring his killer to justice.
Angella Kelson said: “Kyle was a much loved father, son, brother and friend to so many people. His big beautiful smile brought joy to all of us.”
Detective Chief Inspector Richard Leonard, who is leading the murder hunt, said: “Our investigation is making progress, but I still need to hear from residents or people who were walking or driving through Brocks Drive in the early hours of Friday morning.
“Did you see anyone acting suspiciously? No matter how insignificant it may seem, you could have crucial information."
Referring to the picture of the car, he added: “I am also releasing an image of a dark coloured car that was seen driving away from the scene. We are not certain about the make and model. I want to hear from anyone who saw this car in the area or has information about it.
“A man has lost his life in violent circumstances and his family are devastated. They need and deserve answers and the community can help us provide them. If you have information, video or images that could help us, please contact us immediately.”
There have been no arrests and enquiries continue.
Anyone with information is asked to call the incident room on 0208 721 4622, 101 or tweet @MetCC quoting reference Cad 414/19Jun. Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
