09/05/2008

Police Open Murder Enquiry For Wood Green Death

Police are appealing for witnesses following the murder of a man in Wood Green.

Kemal Ozdemer, 42, found dead at his home in Gladstone Avenue on 2 May.

Police forced entry into his home after it was reported that he had not been seen for some time.

A post-mortem revealed the cause of his death as multiple traumas by a blunt instrument to his chest, neck and head.

Detective Chief Inspector, Stewart Hill leading the investigation said: "We believe it is likely that he was killed between sometime between 26 April and Fri 2 May and are appealing for anybody who may have witnessed an any person or persons entering or leaving Mr Ozdemir's home in that time, or anybody with any information about Mr Ozdemir's death, to contact police."

Detective are keeping an open mind regarding any motive.

No arrests have been made and enquiries are continuing.

Anyone with information is asked to call 002 345 3715.

(DS)


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