Man shot in the head and killed during London attack is named - as victims grieving family tell of their anguish

A father who died after being shot in the head in North London has today been named as Mahad Abdi Mohamed.

Police rushed to Waverley Road, Tottenham, at 8.45pm on Thursday, March 20, following reports that two men had been shot.

When officers arrived at the scene they discovered a man, who has been formally identified as Mr Mohamed, had taken a bullet to the head while another man, 26, suffered a gunshot wound to the leg.

Despite efforts of police and the London Ambulance Service to treat the wounds, Mr Mohameds injuries proved to be fatal and he was pronounced dead.

The 27-year-olds loved ones have today released an emotional statement telling of their anguish after the shooting.

It read: Our family is grieving the profound loss of a son, a brother, a father and a friend.

We kindly ask for privacy during this incredibly difficult time. We are grateful for your understanding and support.

The other man who suffered the shot to the leg remains in hospital and is stable condition after surgery.

Mahad Abdi Mohamed (pictured) died after being shot in the head at an address on Waverley Road, Tottenham, at 8.45pm on Thursday

Despite efforts of police and the London Ambulance Service to treat the wounds at the scene, Mr Mohameds injuries proved to be fatal

Officers rushed to the address following reports that two men had been shot; the other man is in stable condition in hospital after surgery (Stock Image)

With no arrests yet made, Detective Chief Inspector Rebecca Woodsford of the Mets Specialist Crime North team is urging for anyone with information to reach out.

She said: Two men were shot on a residential street on Thursday, with one man sadly losing his life. 

My thoughts are with the victims family and friends at this time.

We recognise the impact this will have on the local community. My team are working diligently to gather evidence and establish what led to this tragedy.

I would ask any local residents with concerns to speak to officers at the scene, or to their local neighbourhood policing teams.

I will now ask for anyone who was in the area, past 8pm on Thursday 20 March, to please contact police if you heard or saw something suspicious.

Your knowledge is crucial to us, and it may help us locate the suspects. Please do the right thing and come forward, you will be supported.

Anyone with information can contact the force by giving the number CAD7426/20March, or to remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.