Man Found Dead in Walthamstow Woods
At 9.09pm on Wednesday, 15 February, police and the London Ambulance Service rushed to a wooded area near Walthamstow Avenue, E4, after reports of an injured man. Tragically, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Suspect Identified, Murder Charges Made
The victim has been linked to Preda Eugene, 39, whose cause of death was confirmed as a head injury following a post-mortem at Poplar Mortuary on Friday, 17 February.
Two suspects are now behind bars. A 22-year-old man and a 21-year-old have both been charged with murder. The Met’s Specialist Crime Command is leading the probe.
Police Appeal for Crucial Information
“Although we’ve charged two people in connection with Preda’s murder, we still want to hear from anyone with info about what happened. We know he lived in a hut in the woods, but how did this tragedy unfold? Did you see anything between Saturday, 11 February, and the day he was found?” – Detective Inspector Frank Copley
Officers urge anyone with information to contact police on 101, quoting reference CAD 7445/15eb. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
