Man charged with murder following stabbing

Camdens Gardens, a quiet tree-lined street with large green trees casting shade over the road. A black iron gate to a small park is visible on the left, while a few people walk further down the street. A light-coloured building can be seen to the right and more buildings are visible in the distance.Google

Shaun Latimer-Kayser was stabbed in Camden Gardens, police said

A man has been charged with murdering a 44-year-old who was stabbed in Camden, north London.

Police were called to Camden Gardens at about 15:30 BST on Saturday 27 September following reports of a stabbing.

Shaun Latimer-Kayser was treated at the scene by officers and paramedics before being taken to hospital, where he later died.

On Friday, Dwight Merrick, 35, of Hanson Close, Beckenham, appeared at Willesden Magistrates' Court charged with murder, possession of an offensive weapon and possession of a bladed article. He has been remanded into custody.

Mr Merrick was also charged with common assault relating to another incident on the day of the stabbing. He will next appear at the Old Bailey on Tuesday.

A 47-year-old man from north-west London who was also arrested on suspicion of murder on Monday has been released on bail.

A Met Police spokesperson said Mr Latimer-Kayser's family were being supported by specialist officers.

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