Detectives Appeal for Witnesses After Fatal Shooting in Croydon

Detectives are appealing for information following the fatal shooting of a man in Croydon last week.

Police were called to Imperial Way, Croydon shortly before 5:05pm on Thursday, 19 June, after reports of gunfire. Emergency services arrived to find 41-year-old Anthony Morrison suffering from gunshot wounds.

Despite the best efforts of paramedics, Anthony was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

Murder Investigation Launched

A murder investigation was immediately opened by detectives from the Metropolitan Police’s Specialist Crime Command. The victim’s next-of-kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.

Detectives arrested a 41-year-old man on Sunday, 22 June, on suspicion of murder. He has since been charged in connection with the incident. A 37-year-old woman, arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender, has been bailed pending further enquiries.

Victim Was Attending a Wake

Detective Chief Inspector Dan Whitten, leading the investigation, confirmed that Anthony Morrison had been attending a wake at the time of the shooting.

“We understand Anthony was present at a wake on Imperial Way when he was shot. We urge anyone who was in the area that evening, particularly those who attended the wake or nearby events, to come forward,” he said.

“We are also appealing to anyone who attended a funeral service at the New Testament Assembly in Tooting Bec or at London Road Cemetery in Mitcham earlier that day and may have seen Anthony.”

Croydon Police Reassure Community

Detective Chief Superintendent Nick Blackburn, in charge of local policing in Croydon, praised the efforts of Specialist Crime officers:

“This charge represents progress, but we need the public’s help to uncover the full picture. While this incident is deeply tragic, it’s important to note that firearm-enabled murders remain rare in London.

“Our teams continue to engage with local communities and offer support. Anyone with information should come forward to help bring justice for Anthony and his loved ones.”

How to Help

If you were in Imperial Way or attended the funeral events in Tooting Bec or Mitcham on Thursday, 19 June, you are urged to contact police.

• Submit evidence via the Met Police Public Portal

• Call 101, quoting CAD 6530/19Jun

• Or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or at crimestoppers-uk.org