Man guilty of murdering 18-year-old in Wembley shooting
Tyrece Balcha was shot and killed outside a nightclub last year
Last updated 8th Aug 2026
A man has been found guilty of murdering 18-year-old Tyrece Balcha outside a nightclub in Wembley.
A jury at the Old Bailey convicted Ashley Wallace, 40, from Southwark, on Friday for murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life.
The investigation used CCTV, DNA, and ballistics evidence to secure the conviction.
Detectives have praised the victim's family's conduct during the trial and expressed gratitude for their support.
Tyrece’s mother, Bonnie, said after the verdict: “Today's verdict brings a measure of justice for Tyrece, and we are grateful Ashley Wallace has been found guilty of his cold and senseless murder.
“While this verdict is important, it does not bring our son back or ease the pain we have lived with every day since we lost him. Tyrece's life was cruelly taken from him 8 weeks after he had turned 18 years old. He was a loving son, brother and friend with the biggest heart, an infectious smile and a personality that drew people towards him.
“Anyone who knew Tyrece knew his kindness, warmth and sense of humour.
“Our hearts have been shattered. His sisters miss him every day, and his little brother had only just turned one year old when Tyrece died and will never truly get the chance to know him."
Police and paramedics were called to the incident around 5:30 am on Sunday, 21st September 2025, following reports of a shooting outside a nightclub in South Way, Wembley.
Tyrece was found with gunshot wounds and was taken to hospital, where he died on Thursday, 25th September.
Witnesses reported an altercation before the shooting, after which Wallace fled the scene in a vehicle.
Police arrested Wallace in South East London, where they found a revolver containing his DNA.
Ballistic analysis matched the gun to the bullet at the murder scene.
Sentencing will occur on a date to be set.
Two other men were found not guilty, and a woman was acquitted on multiple charges at the same trial.