Detectives investigating the murder of 34-year-old Troy Ramsundar in Brixton have issued a fresh appeal for information.
Emergency services rushed to Brixton Road at around 5.10am on Thursday, March 20, following reports of a man suffering a stab injury. Despite their efforts, Mr Ramsundar tragically died at the scene. Mr Ramsundar’s family are being supported by specialist officers as the murder investigation continues.
Now, officers from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command, who are leading the investigation into Troy’s murder, have released images of a backpack they are trying to locate.
The backpack is a blue Herschel rucksack with brown strapping and a pink or orange striped lining.
It belonged to the suspect and police believe he may have discarded it in or around the vicinity of Brockwell Park.
Met Police say the suspect entered the park from the Brixton Water Lane entrance at 5.15 am on March 20 and left by the junction of Norwood Road and Dulwich Road after approximately 30 minutes.
He may have also discarded a dark jacket, a light (possibly grey) hooded top, a dark face mask, dark trousers, dark shiny shoes and gloves which could possibly be red or brown, police say.
Police are also keen to speak to anyone who was at the bus stop on Brixton Road (bus stop Q) between 4.30am and 5.15am on Thursday, 20 March. This bus stop is served by the 2, 3, 196, 415, 432, N2 & N3 buses.
Detective Chief Inspector Brian Howie said: “My team continue to support Troy’s family who are inconsolable and are trying to understand why he was killed.
“While we are making significant progress in our investigation, we continue to appeal for anyone who witnessed this incident and particularly anyone who has information about the bag and its contents to contact us.
"Did you see Troy that evening? We believe that he was selling packets of crisps in the area, including to people at the bus stop. This may seem like an insignificant detail but we are hoping it may jog people's memories.
“My team are working tirelessly to piece together the events that took place on the morning of Thursday, 20 March. They will be conducting a witness appeal at 04:00hrs tomorrow in Brixton Road on the two-week anniversary of Troy’s death.
“Please speak to them and share any information you may have. Help us to provide Troy’s family with the answers they need.”
A man was previously charged with Troy’s murder.
Anyone with information that could assist police is asked to call 101 or message @MetCC on X giving the reference CAD843/20Mar. You can also provide information, or upload images and footage, through the online portal.
Information can also be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
