Father-of-Two Shot Dead in Stoke Newington: Police Probe Gang Links
Tragic Shooting Rocks Quiet North London Street
A Kurdish father-of-two was gunned down in the early hours of Tuesday morning in Stoke Newington, North London. Erdal Ozmen, 45, who ran a Hackney social club, was found with fatal gunshot wounds on Dynevor Road just after midnight. Despite frantic efforts by paramedics and police, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Shocking Scenes as Locals Wake to Gunfire
Residents were jolted awake by shots and screams. Witnesses described chaotic scenes as emergency services swarmed the area, sealing off Dynevor Road and surrounding streets. Police said: “Residents will notice an increased police presence as we carry out our enquiries.”
Police Hunt Witnesses and Dashcam Footage
Officers are urging anyone who saw the shooting or has dashcam evidence to come forward. Contact the Serious Crime Command on 101 quoting CAD 108/5AUG. Alternatively, provide info anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Sixth Fatal London Shooting in 2025 Sparks Alarm
This tragedy marks the sixth fatal shooting in London so far in 2025, fuelling growing fears over the capital’s escalating gun crime crisis.
