£20,000 reward for information about fatal Tottenham shooting
Mahad Abdi Mohammed was killed in March in what police believe was a case of mistaken identity
Last updated 20th Dec 2025
Detectives investigating a fatal shooting in Tottenham have announced a £20,000 reward from Crimestoppers for information that leads to the identification, arrest and prosecution of those responsible.
Mahad Abdi Mohammed, a much-loved 22-year-old son, brother and dad, died as a result of a gunshot wound to the head in Waverley Road on Thursday, 20 March at 20:45hrs, in what officers believe is a case of mistaken identity.
The £20k reward comes eight months to the day after his tragic death, with police appealing for information releasing images of two people they wish to speak to in connection to the incident.
CCTV image of suspect
Detectives have also provided a clip of another vehicle, a stolen blue Jaguar, which they believe transported the suspects to and from the Mitsubishi used in the shooting. This new footage is just a small part of over 6,000 hours of CCTV gathered by the investigating team - which equates to over 277 days’ worth of video material.
stolen blue Jaguar
Met Police say on the night of the murder, Mahad had spent the early evening with his friend at their home. They were breaking their fast outside when a stolen Mitsubishi Outlander approached and the suspects alighted and opened fire, striking Mahad and his friend multiple times.
This car was used to drive the suspects to and from the scene and was found burnt-out in Runcorn Close, N17, the following morning.
His friend, another man, aged 26, received treatment in hospital for a non-life-changing gunshot wound to the leg.
The investigation so far has led officers to believe whoever killed Mahad set out to hurt someone else in a pre-planned, targeted attack.
**_“There is someone out there who knows what happened that night and we are urging those individuals to find it in their heart to come forward"_**
Detective Chief Inspector Rebecca Woodsford, leading the Met’s investigation, said:
“Tottenham’s tightknit community has experienced the heartbreaking impact of gun crime. The loss of Mahad weighs heavy every day, but it will be particularly difficult for his loved-ones to carry throughout their first festive season without him.
“A time where loved-ones traditionally come together will be marked by an empty seat at the table.
“There is someone out there who knows what happened that night and we are urging those individuals to find it in their heart to come forward. No matter how small you think the information is, please speak to us. It could be exactly what we need to locate those responsible.
“Myself and my team understand how daunting the information sharing process can be, but there are lots of ways to give evidence to the police. We can protect witnesses or request their evidence is anonymous and ensure you will receive special support every step of the way.”
Anyone who can help is asked to call police on 101, quoting 7426/20MAR or visit the Major Incident Police Portal.
Alternatively people can through independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via its website. Any information given to Crimestoppers will be completely anonymised before it is passed onto police and will remain so.
Appeal from Mahad's sister:
Appealing to the general public for information, Mahad’s youngest sister also added:
"To stay silent is to be complicit. To stay silent is to let a grieving mother suffer in confusion. To stay silent is to let a little boy grow up not knowing what happened to his father.
"If you know something and you haven't come forward, please think about that. Think about a family that cannot begin to heal because the truth is still hiding in the shadows. My brother deserves better. He deserves justice."
Four men were arrested on suspicion of murder in March and April. They were questioned and released on bail pending further investigations.
The investigation continues.