An innocent 25-year-old London bus driver was shot dead in Clapham on August 10, and investigators concluded he was caught in the wrong place.
Metropolitan Police Release Moped Footage
Auguste-Marie Bile-Aka Amoa died from gunshot wounds after being shot outside a pub on Willington Road shortly before 9.57pm. He was working as a bus driver. He reportedly also volunteered at a local school mentoring young people near The Landor Pub.
Metropolitan Police detectives released new CCTV footage of the suspects. The first recording shows a moped turning right from Landor Road into Willington Road at 9.56pm. A second clip records the same vehicle fleeing along Kings Avenue a minute later.
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“While officers are keeping an open mind as to the motive, investigators believe Bile-Aka was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time and was not the intended target of the attack,” a Metropolitan Police spokesperson said.
Crimestoppers Offers Reward for Information
Crimestoppers announced a reward of up to £20,000 for information leading to the identification and conviction of those responsible.
“The loss of Bile-Aka continues to hurt his family as they are left with a void that cannot be filled as a result of this tragic incident,” said Detective Chief Inspector Claire Guiver.
She leads the Metropolitan Police investigation. Detective Chief Inspector Claire Guiver urged witnesses to come forward despite any daunting feelings. She promised support and protective measures for those providing evidence. She said someone knows what happened that night.
Bile-Aka’s relatives described him as a dedicated bus driver. He loved his job and touched countless hearts. Nothing can bring back his smile or fill the space in their lives. They appealed for information to help establish the truth and secure justice.
We are devastated by the horrific murder of our son and brother Bile-Aka. He was an amazing young man full of love, kindness, and an enthusiasm for life.
Bile-Aka’s family
“Bile-Aka’s family have been left devastated by his death and deserve answers about what happened that night. If you know something, however small it may seem, please tell us what you know,” said Mick Duthie, director of operations at Crimestoppers.
