A man has been charged with murder after a “much-loved” football fan was mowed down by a car outside a court in north west London.
Father-of-three Ruben Nunes, 34, from Peterborough, sustained serious injuries in a multi-vehicle collision involving pedestrians yards from Willesden Magistrates’ Court.
Shakaine Dwyer, 29, of Willesden, was previously charged with causing death by dangerous driving on Sunday, December 7, before later being charged with murder on Monday, December 29.
He will appear at Highbury Corner Magistrate’s Court on Monday, January 19, 2026.
Officers from Met Police were called to Chapel Close just before 1pm on Wednesday, December 3, following reports of a collision between a car and pedestrians.
Mr Nunes, who himself played for Hertfordshire-based Sarratt FC, was pronounced dead at the scene despite the efforts of London Ambulance Service crews.
His family continue to be supported by specialist officers.
Paying tribute to Mr Nunes, his family previously wrote: “Ruben was a family man - a son, a brother, an uncle, a father and a partner.
“He was true to his friends and cherished the people around him. He loved football and was a big Liverpool fan.
“Ruben had a light within him - he brightened the lives of everyone he touched. He was deeply loved by all who knew him and he will always be remembered as a truly blessed soul.”
Sarratt FC reserves manager Russ Fardon said Mr Nunes was “an unbelievable person, partner, brother, friend and father who I’ve loved spending time with since he joined the club”.
A police investigation was launched and a man was arrested in connection with the incident on Thursday, December 4.
A second man has also been charged in connection with this investigation.
Gregory Ejiofor, 31, of Milton Keynes appeared in custody on Tuesday, December 9, charged with possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence. He will next appear at Southwark Crown Court on Tuesday, December 6.
