Man charged over Wembley murder investigation
A 41-year-old was found with stab wounds on Tuesday.
Last updated 21st Aug 2025
A man has been charged with murder after the death of a 41-year-old in Wembley.
Shazah Khan was found seriously hurt after Met Police officers responded to reports of a stabbing in Monk's Park at 6:10pm on Tuesday 19 August.
He was treated by London Ambulance Service but despite the best efforts of paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
His family are being supported by specialist officers.
Zaher Zaarour, 26, of North Circular Road, Brent was charged with murder and possession of a bladed article on Thursday 21 August. He has been remanded into custody and will appear at Willesden Magistrates’ Court on Friday 22 August.
Detective Chief Inspector Paul Waller, who is leading the investigation from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command said: “I would like to thank the community for their help and support during this investigation. Residents can expect to see an increase of officers in the local area over the next coming days as the investigation continues”.
A 31-year-old woman was arrested at the scene for conspiracy to murder but has since been bailed to return in September pending further enquiries.