The mother of a black equal rights activist who was shot dead at a party in south London last month has appealed for witnesses.
Sasha johnson, 27, remains in critical condition after sustaining “very serious” injuries when four men entered a garden on Consort Road in Peckham and “discharged a gun”.
Ms Johnson’s mother Ellet Dalling spoke on a new Metropolitan Police call and urged those at the party to speak to the police.
“What happened to Sasha devastated us,” Ms. Dalling said.
“She is currently fighting for her life in the hospital with two children who ask where their mom is, what should I tell them?
“Someone must have information about what happened and come forward. Sasha is passionate about standing up for others, please come forward and stand up for Sasha.
“Come help us, I know it’s not always easy, but imagine if it was your daughter or the mother of your children. I think there are people who can help you.”
A man – believed to be in his 20s – also suffered a superficial knife wound in the May 23 incident.
On May 26, five men were arrested in connection with the incident and three days later an 18-year-old man was charged with conspiracy to murder.
The other four were released on bail.
Investigations are ongoing, but police say there is no indication Ms Johnson was the subject of a targeted attack.
Chief Detective Inspector Richard Leonard said: “It is essential that we gather as much information as possible to establish what happened in the early hours of this Sunday morning and why.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact the incident room on 020 8721 4843 on 101, or tweet @MetCC and quote CAD reference 1172 / 23May.
Information may also be shared anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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This notice was published: 2021-06-07 20:40:00
