A man has been charged with murder following the death of an 87-year-old man after an alleged robbery in north London.
Peter Augustine, 58, of Green Lanes, Hornsey, was charged on Friday with murder and robbery. He is due to appear at Willesden Magistrates’ Court on Saturday.
Police were called to Goodchild Road, Manor House, at around 5.53pm on Tuesday 6 May, following reports of a robbery. Officers attended alongside paramedics from the London Ambulance Service and found an 87-year-old man with injuries.
The victim was taken to hospital but died two days later on Thursday, May 8. His next of kin are being supported by specialist officers, police said.
Augustine was arrested in Green Lanes, Hornsey, on Thursday 8 May and has since been remanded in custody.
Detectives are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward. Anyone who may have seen the incident or who has information is asked to call the investigation team on 020 8345 3715 quoting Operation Cedarbirch. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
