A man has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly hacking another man's back with an axe in a West London park, leaving his victim fighting for his life in hospital.
Police were called to reports of a serious disturbance in Acton Park at 5.29pm on Thursday, April 2. Met officers attended and provided immediate first aid to a 31-year-old man, who was found on a footpath with a stab wound to his back. He was treated at the scene by the London Ambulance Service and London's Air Ambulance before being taken to hospital, where he remains in a critical condition.
Suspect Charged and Remanded
Adam Abdillahi, 45, of Australia Road, Hammersmith and Fulham, was arrested on Thursday, April 9, on suspicion of attempted murder. He was charged the following day and appeared at Ealing Magistrates’ Court, where he was remanded in custody. A second man, aged 44, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder on Saturday, April 4, and later bailed.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Met detectives are appealing for anyone with information to come forward. Detective Inspector John Gillespie, who is leading the investigation, said: "Our thoughts remain with the man and his family as he continues to receive medical treatment. This incident took place towards the bottom of the park, close to a busy main road, tennis courts and a mini golf course. If you were nearby and saw anything, or captured any footage on your phone, please come forward and speak to police."
Enquiries remain ongoing. Anyone with information or footage is asked to call police on 101, quoting CAD 5835/2APR. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
