Benjamin Matthews, 50, of Acton will appeared in custody at Willesden Magistrates' Court yesterday (Tuesday, 10 December) charged with the murder of 34-year-old Nash Clyne.

The Met confirm Matthews was arrested on Monday, 9 December.

An investigation was launched after police were called to Birkbeck Road in Acton shortly after 4am following reports of a fight and possible shots heard.

Officers attended with paramedics from the London Ambulance Service.

Nash was found at the scene with serious injuries and died a short time later.

While formal identification is yet to take place, officers are confident he is 34-year-old Clyne, originally from Grenada.

A special post mortem examination will take place in the coming days to determine the cause of his death, the Met say.

In the early hours of Sunday morning (8 December) Nash Clyne was murdered on Birkbeck Road, Acton (credit: Google Maps).

The nature and cause of these injuries, including identifying what weapons may have been used, will form part of the investigation into the incident.

A 34-year-old man was arrested on Monday, 9 December on suspicion of GBH in relation to the wider disorder took place and remains in custody.

Detective Chief Inspector Brian Howie from the Met's Specialist Crime Command leads the investigation and said: "A team of experienced detectives is working at pace to establish why Nash was murdered and bring those responsible to justice.

"We are urging anyone who was in the area or who knows anything about what happened to come forward.

"We particularly want to hear from anyone who was at the Front Line Cuts barber shop or the Paradise Cuts barber shop, both in Acton High Street, between 10pm on Saturday and 4:30am on Sunday.

"What you know, however insignificant it may seem now, could hold the key to this investigation."

The public can expect to see an increased police presence in the area as officers continue what is a comprehensive investigation.

"While some of the cordons have now been lifted, others will remain in place for the time being to provide us with the best chance to secure important evidence.

A dedicated page has been set up online where information can be provided. It is also the best way to share images or videos with the investigation team.

Information about the incident can also be given to police by calling 101 and providing the reference 1132/08DEC, or by calling the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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