Missing Man Now Murder Suspect: Family Heartbroken
The family of Justin Henry, 34, has been told his disappearance is now being treated as a murder investigation. Specialist officers are supporting them through this devastating news.
Detective Chief Inspector Pleads for Public Help
Detective Chief Inspector Matt Wood of the Met’s Specialist Crime Command said:
“Sadly, yesterday we had to inform Mr Henry’s family that we are treating his disappearance as a murder investigation. You can only imagine how devastating this will be for all those who love and care for him. His loved ones are still hoping and praying Justin will be found safe and well. But the lack of proof he’s alive, the unusual circumstances, and forensic evidence suggest he’s come to serious harm and may have been murdered. Along with his family, we sincerely hope that’s not true. That’s why we’re urgently asking the public to help us find out what happened.
Please think of the anguish Justin’s family is going through. If you have any information, no matter how small, please contact us. Your tip could be the vital piece to solving this mystery.”
He urged anyone with info to call police or anonymously reach out to Crimestoppers. “They never ask your name and keep things totally confidential,” he added.
Key Facts in the Disappearance of Justin Henry
- Justin was reported missing on Monday, 16 October.
- He was last seen on Sunday evening, 15 October, at his partner’s Brixton address.
- His family say not hearing from him is completely out of character.
- CCTV shows Justin buying food at McDonald’s in Croydon at 9:50pm on 15 October.
- He is believed to have driven his silver Mercedes E Class from there to Waddon New Road, where it stayed for over two hours.
- The vehicle was later found early on 18 October in Kingswood Drive, SE19.
- Indistinct CCTV shows someone else may have been driving the car at that time but Justin’s family says it wasn’t him.
- A 27-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of kidnapping on 18 October has been bailed until January 2024.
- Police have completed forensic checks on Justin’s car and an address in Croydon, plus extensive CCTV and phone enquiries.
Police Appeal: Every Detail Could Crack the Case
Detectives are desperate for information about Justin’s movements in the days before he vanished. Witnesses or anyone with information are urged to contact the police on 101 or tweet @MetCC, quoting Operation Ashgulf or CAD 5224/21Oct.
To remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
