Two people have died after being attacked in separate incidents at Notting Hill Carnival last weekend.
Cher Maximen, 32, was at the event last Sunday with her child when she was stabbed. She died this morning.
Police said officers gave emergency treatment to Ms Maximen until paramedics arrived. She was then taken to hospital in critical condition.
“Cher was at Carnival with her young child,” Detective Chief Inspector Alex Gammampila, of the Met’s Homicide Command, said.
“We have been in close contact with our local authority partners and Cher’s family since soon after this incident to make sure the child is safe and looked after.”
Shakiel Thibou, 20 and of Masbro Road, was arrested on Tuesday and charged with the attempted murder of Ms Maximen.
He appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday morning and was remanded in custody to appear at the Old Bailey on 25 September.
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DCI Gammampila, who is leading the investigation into Ms Maximen’s death, said: “My thoughts are with Cher’s loved ones as they come to terms with this terrible loss.
“They are being supported by specialist officers and we will make sure that support continues.”
Top chef Mr Imnetu. Pic: Metropolitan Police
Mussie Imnetu, 41 and who was visiting the UK on business, was attacked in a separate incident.
The chef, a Swedish national who lived and worked in Dubai, was found unconscious with a head injury in Queensway, on the evening of last Monday.
Mr Imnetu, who previously worked under Gordon Ramsay and Marcus Wareing, leaves behind an eight-year-old son.
On Thursday, Omar Wilson, 31 and of Napier Road, Leytonstone, was charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
He appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Friday, where he was remanded in custody to appear at Southwark Crown Court on 27 September.
Detective Chief Inspector Brian Howie, leading the investigation, said: “Mussie’s family, friends and colleagues in London, Dubai, Sweden and Eritrea are inconsolable after receiving the worst news imaginable – our thoughts are with them and they are being supported by specialist officers.”
Police said they are keen to talk to anyone who can help piece together Mr Imnetu’s movements between 1pm, when he left The Arts Club in Dover Street, and when he arrived at Dr Power restaurant, in Queensway at 10:30pm.
“If you visited the restaurant between 22:00hrs and 23:30hrs on Monday night or were in the area and saw something, regardless of the reason you were there, please do get in touch,” the DCI said.
“The attack happened around 23:20hrs,” he said in an appeal for witnesses.
“Customers at the venue tried to help stop the attack; we need to speak with these people and I urge them to contact us.”
Police officers will be outside the restaurant and the surrounding area on Monday to speak with locals.
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Mayor of London Sadiq Khan responded to news of the deaths saying it was “heart-breaking”.
He said: “My thoughts are with their families and friends at this truly terrible time.
“This violence is shocking, completely unacceptable and a betrayal of the values that (Notting Hill) Carnival was founded to celebrate.”
Notting Hill Carnival said in a statement they were “shocked by these tragic deaths and our thoughts are with the victims’ families and the local community as a whole, which like so many others, has suffered all too often from the blight of violent crime.
“We stand together against all violence and condemn these acts, which are against all Carnival values and the millions of people who come in celebration of them.”
The Arts Club in London and Dubai said they were “deeply saddened” to confirm the death of Mr Imnetu, who worked as their head chef at The Brasserie Dubai
“With twenty years of experience working in the kitchens of some of the world’s most renowned restaurants, Chef Mussie Imnetu led his team at The Arts Club Dubai’s The Brasserie.
“Prior to joining The Arts Club, Mussie worked with several culinary pioneers, including Marcus Wareing at the Savoy Grill, Gordon Ramsay at The London, and Alain Ducasse at Adour in New York City.
“After joining The Arts Club London in 2011, Mussie was part of the opening of the club’s Dubai location in 2020.
“Known for his passion, calm demeanour and kindness, Mussie truly embodied the club’s essence.
“A well-travelled chef, Mussie hails from Eritrea and grew up in Sweden. He was a keen footballer and famously counted on his now 8-year-old son to taste test his culinary masterpieces.
“Mussie will be dearly missed by the entire The Arts Club team. His legacy will live on through the passion and excellence he instilled in those around him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones.”
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