Man Found Guilty of Raping and Killing Woman in Southall
A grim verdict has been delivered at the Old Bailey. Mohamed Noor Iidow, 35, from Hounslow, was convicted on Friday, 18 October, of raping and causing the death of 37-year-old Natalie Shotter.
Shocking Crime Unfolded in Southall Park
Natalie’s lifeless body was found on a bench in Southall Park on 16 July 2021. CCTV footage revealed Iidow stalking Natalie multiple times before launching a brutal attack. After the assault, he simply left her there and drove home.
Investigation Unmasked the Predator
The Metropolitan Police carried out a detailed probe, linking Iidow to the crime through expert forensic analysis. He was arrested in Hounslow weeks after the attack but claimed the encounter was consensual.
“Iidow’s predatory attack on Natalie was disturbing and shocking. This man drove to the park that night and took advantage of a vulnerable woman who should have been safe.”
– Detective Chief Inspector Wayne Jolley, Specialist Crime South
Wayne Jolley praised Natalie’s family and friends for their strength throughout the trial. He confirmed that Iidow now faces a lengthy prison sentence.
Sentencing Set for December
Iidow will be sentenced at the Old Bailey on Friday, 13 December. The case underscores the relentless efforts of police and experts to bring justice to victims of violent crime.
