A 58-year-old man has been charged with the murder and robbery of an 87-year-old victim...
Published: 10:01 am May 10, 2025
Updated: 1:14 pm October 8, 2025
Man Charged with Murdering 87-Year-Old During Robbery in Manor House

A man has been charged with murder and robbery following the death of an 87-year-old man in Manor House, north London.

Peter Augustine, 58, of Green Lanes, Hornsey, was formally charged on Friday, 9 May, with the murder and robbery of the elderly victim, who died two days after a reported violent incident.
Augustine was arrested in Green Lanes on Thursday evening and remains in custody. He is due to appear at Willesden Magistrates’ Court on Saturday, 10 May.

The police investigation, codenamed Operation Cedarbirch, is ongoing. Detectives are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant information to come forward.

A police spokesperson said: “If you witnessed this incident or have any information, please contact the investigation team on 0208 345 3715 quoting Operation Cedarbirch. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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