Detectives have made two arrests in connection with the murder of Ahmed Deen-Jah, who was fatally stabbed in east London in 2017. The 24-year-old was killed in a convenience store in Custom House on the afternoon of April 2, 2017, during an unprovoked attack.
On Friday, October 25, 2024, detectives rearrested two men, aged 26, identified only as [D and E], on suspicion of murder. The men are currently in custody as the investigation continues.
Detective Chief Inspector Kelly Allen, who is leading the investigation, stated: “It has been more than seven years since Ahmed was murdered, but my team remains determined to identify those responsible in order to place them before a court. We remain in contact with Ahmed’s family and will keep them updated on this morning’s development. I would like to take this opportunity to encourage anyone who has information but has not yet spoken with police to come forward. Please do the right thing.”
The tragic incident occurred at approximately 3:20 pm on April 2, 2017, when Ahmed entered a shop on Freemasons Road to purchase a cigarette lighter. He left the store but returned about 30 seconds later, being followed by an individual dressed in dark clothing, a balaclava, and gloves. The suspect pursued Ahmed around the shop before attacking him, inflicting a fatal stab wound to the heart along with several slash injuries to one of his hands.
Emergency services, including the London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance, arrived at the scene and administered first aid, but despite their efforts, Ahmed died shortly after. A post-mortem examination conducted at East Ham Mortuary on April 4, 2017, confirmed that the cause of death was a stab wound to the heart.
Over the course of the investigation, six individuals [A – F] were initially arrested, but no charges have been made to date.
Police are urging anyone with information that could assist the investigation to call the incident room at 020 8345 1570. Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
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