Police launch photos of witnesses they wish to discover after drive-by gunmen blasted mother-of-two, 46, to demise exterior funeral wake
Police have released fresh pictures of witnesses they are keen to speak in relation to a drive-by shooting outside a wake where a mother-of-two was killed.
Michelle Sadio, 46, was gunned down when a car pulled up outside of a church near Wembley Stadium and opened fire on a group of mourners in the street.
The ceremony – held at the River of Life Elim Pentecostal Church in Harlesden – was organised to mark the ninth day of Dinah Boateng’s death on December 5.
Ms Sadio, 46, from Walthamstow, East London, had stepped out of the venue to take a breather when she was shot just before 9.15pm on December 14.
Two men – both in their 30s – were also shot, with one being struck in the foot while the other was shot in the back and remains in hospital in a critical condition.
Detectives have now released an image of people they believe could have information about occupants of the car linked to the drive-by shooting.
The car driven by the suspects has been described as a black Kia Niro with distinctive alloys, with the number plate LA23 XRE.
The assailants fired a number of shots in Gifford Road, before driving away to Barnhill Road where the vehicle was abandoned and set ablaze.
Michelle Sadio, 46, was gunned down when a car pulled up outside of a church near Wembley Stadium and opened fire on a group of mourners in the street on December 14
Police believe witnesses (pictured) may have information regarding occupants of a car linked to the drive-by shooting which killed one and injured two
Police have urged anyone with information to contact them via X, their online portal, by calling 101 or by calling Crimestoppers
Detective Chief Inspector Phil Clarke, who is leading the investigation, said: ‘Our investigation has progressed at pace but we are still keen to hear from anyone who can help piece together the series of events which led to Michelle’s murder.
‘We have an image of a number of people who were seen speaking to the occupants of a black Kia Niro of interest on Church Road, NW10 at 20:50hrs on Saturday, 14 December.
‘Are you one of the people pictured in the white Mercedes or on the pavement nearby, or do you recognise anyone?
‘Did you hear or see something either before or after the shooting that may help with the investigation?
‘I would like to stress that none of those pictured have done anything wrong.
‘They may not live in the area but they could hold information that is important to the investigation and I urge them to contact us.’
Ms Sadio’s family are currently being supported by specialist officers – and have requested privacy during this difficult time.
Anyone with information that could assist police have been encouraged to call 101 or message @MetCC on X quoting CAD reference 7137/14DEC.
You can also provide information, or upload images and footage, through the online portal here or by scanning the attached QR code.
For those who wish to remain anonymous, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
