A teenager has died after being shot near Wembley Stadium, with his devastated family paying tribute to their “kind, loving, funny, and hardworking” son.
Tyrece Balcha, 18, from Hillingdon, west London, was gunned down in the early hours of Sunday, September 21. He was found outside the Crystal Club in Wembley Park at 5.27am and rushed to hospital but tragically died on Thursday.
In a statement, his family said: “We are devastated that our amazing son, brother, and grandchild who is kind, loving, funny, and hardworking has been senselessly taken from us. We are grieving for his life that has been cut short but through his selfless gift as a donor, his spirit will live on. He will be deeply missed.”
Police confirmed Adem Altindal, 32, was arrested on Wednesday and charged with murder the following day. He is due to appear at Haringey Magistrates’ Court today.
Detective Chief Inspector Phil Clarke, leading the investigation, said: “Our thoughts are with the loved ones of Tyrece at this very difficult time. They continue to be supported by specialist officers, and we ask you to respect their privacy. My team continue to work at pace to establish the full circumstances that led to this man’s tragic death.”
Detective Chief Superintendent Luke Williams, who leads policing in Wembley, added: “We recognise the concern and alarm this incident has caused within the community – particularly as it happened at a busy event. We'd like to reassure the public that their safety is of the utmost importance. We have increased patrols in the area, and you will see a continued police presence over the next few days. If you have any information about this incident, however small it may seem, please get in touch and let us know.”
Two other men have been charged with attempted murder, while seven more arrests have been made as enquiries continue.
Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 or visit the Major Incident Police Portal quoting CAD 1343/21SEP. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
