Fundraiser for Chemical Attack Victims in Clapham Soars Past £40,000
Community Rallies After Chilling Clapham Attack
A fundraiser set up to help a mother and her two daughters injured in last week’s shocking chemical attack in Clapham has smashed its target, pulling in over £40,000 by Friday morning. The public’s show of support has been overwhelming amid growing concerns about the suspect still at large.
Suspect Last Spotted Crossing Chelsea Bridge
Police announced on Thursday that the last confirmed sighting of suspect Abdul Ezedi was caught on CCTV at 11:27pm on January 31. The footage shows him heading north across Chelsea Bridge after passing through Battersea Park on the night of the attack.
Victims’ Condition and Ongoing Police Hunt
- The mother remains in hospital, seriously ill, while her two young daughters continue to recover from less severe injuries.
- Friends of the family voiced heartfelt thanks on the GoFundMe page, praising the kindness and support flooding in during this tough time.
- Armed police raided Ezedi’s Newcastle home and workplace but made no arrests.
- Metropolitan Police Commander Jon Savell confirmed over 100 officers are working around the clock to track down the suspect.
Behind the Attack: Dark Past Revealed
Detectives revealed the attacker and the 31-year-old victim had a previous relationship that had recently turned sour, adding a chilling personal motive to the case. Authorities are exploring all possibilities, including whether Ezedi is hiding with accomplices or may have vanished under grim circumstances.
The community remains on edge as the manhunt continues, with police urging anyone with information to come forward immediately.
