Masum Miah, 42, shot dead in vehicle in Newham
Police are appealing for witnesses and CCTV footage as a murder investigation continues into the fatal shooting.
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Masum Miah, 42, has been named as the man who died after being shot in a vehicle on St Bartholomew’s Road in Newham. The Metropolitan Police were called to the E6 location at approximately 3am on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, following reports of gunshots. Officers found Mr Miah inside a white motor vehicle with a gunshot wound. Despite the efforts of emergency services, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Detective Chief Inspector Dan Whitten, who is leading the murder investigation, stated that Mr Miah’s family has been informed and is receiving support from specialist officers. No arrests have been made in connection with the shooting. Detectives are working to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident. An increased police presence is expected in the area as enquiries continue.
Police are appealing for any individuals who may have witnessed suspicious activity in the early hours of Tuesday morning, or who possess relevant CCTV, doorbell camera, or dash-cam footage, to come forward. Detective Chief Inspector Whitten emphasised that any information, regardless of its perceived significance, could be vital to the investigation.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the police on 101, quoting reference CAD 797/18AUG. Information can also be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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+Who was the man shot dead in Newham?
The man who was shot dead in Newham has been identified as 42-year-old Masum Miah. He was found with a gunshot wound inside a vehicle on St Bartholomew’s Road and was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency services.
+When and where did the shooting happen?
The shooting occurred on St Bartholomew’s Road in Newham at approximately 3am on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. Police were called to the location after reports of gunshots being fired.
+What is the police asking for?
The Metropolitan Police are appealing for anyone with information about the incident, including CCTV, doorbell camera, or dash-cam footage, to come forward. They have provided the reference CAD 797/18AUG for individuals to quote when contacting them on 101.
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