Charges have been brought against four individuals concerning the death of Michelle Sadio, who was killed near a church in northwest London.
The 44-year-old mother succumbed after being shot at from a passing vehicle in front of the River of Life Elim Pentecostal Church in Willesden, Brent.
She was attending a congregation comprised of 120 individuals when the assault occurred on December 14. Two additional men sustained injuries during the incident.
Previously, a minor was charged in connection with the killing after an inquiry that led to a total of five arrests.
Tahjin Sommersal, an 18-year-old from Feltham, had previously been charged with murder, alongside two counts of attempted murder, and illegal possession of a firearm with the intent to cause harm.
Additionally, three more men have been charged, including another teenager.
Perry Allen-Thomas, 26, from Wembley, faces charges of murder and two counts of attempted murder. He is scheduled to appear at Willesden Magistrates Court today.
Both Amir Salem, 18, and Shaquille Sutherland, 24, both hailing from Wembley, appeared at a hearing in Willesden Magistrates Court yesterday, facing charges of murder and two counts of attempted murder.
Both suspects will remain in custody until the forthcoming hearing on Tuesday at the Old Bailey.
Three additional individuals have been apprehended as part of the investigation and are currently on bail.
Detective Chief Inspector Phil Clarke stated, ‘This investigation is progressing rapidly, and we are extremely grateful to the local community for their ongoing support in our efforts to hold those accountable for Michelle’s murder.
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