Four arrested in murder investigation after 20-year-old man shot dead in Ealing on June 9

June 22, 2024, 7:35 p.m

Four men have been arrested after Sebaastian James-Kraan was shot and killed in Ealing, west London, on June 9.

Two men in their 20s were arrested on suspicion in Bristol on June 21 and another man in his 40s was detained on suspicion of assisting an offender.

On Saturday, another man in his 20s was arrested on suspicion of murder in Wembley, north London.

He remains in custody.

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Sebastiaan’s family are being kept informed of the arrests as they continue to be supported by specially trained officers.

Detective Chief Inspector Wayne Jolley said: “My thoughts continue to be with Sebastiaan’s family and friends at this unimaginably difficult time.

“Our investigation is progressing at a brisk pace and we have made a number of arrests. I am still keen for anyone who may have information about what happened to Sebastiaan so that we can bring those responsible to justice.”

Chief Superintendent Sean Wilson, in charge of policing in the Ealing area, said: “I know that a death caused by gun crime will cause considerable concern in the local community.

“My thoughts are with the victim’s family and friends and my officers are doing everything they can to support the crime investigation.”

A statement from Sebastiaan’s family said: “Sebastiaan James-Kraan was cruelly taken from his family at such a young age.

“He was a kind, loving, gentle man with a beautiful soul who will be greatly missed by his loving family and many friends. A gentle giant with a heart of pure gold.

“Please respect our privacy now to allow us to deal with our grief.”

Sebastiaan, 20, was found with life-threatening gunshot wounds after police were called to Templeman Road, W7, on June 9.

He was taken to hospital but sadly died on Wednesday 12th June.

A post-mortem examination on Friday, June 21, gave the cause of his death as gunshot wounds.

Anyone with information, or any witnesses, is asked to call police on 101 or post on X @MetCC, ref 807/09Jun.

Information can be submitted directly to the investigation team and online.

To remain 100% anonymous, please contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.