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A man has been extradited from France and charged in connection with a murder that occurred over 18 months ago in St John's Wood. Arlind Hashani, 22, was arrested in Paris on July 30, 2025, and subsequently returned to the UK to face charges.
The victim, Ahmed Ali Jama, 29, was found with stab wounds on the Abbey Estate on Tuesday, December 29, 2023, around 7:30 PM. Despite the best efforts of medical staff, he passed away later in the hospital. The Metropolitan Police have been investigating the case since the initial incident. While details about the motive have not been officially released, sources close to the investigation suggest the murder was a result of a personal dispute between the two men.
Hashani, a British national of Albanian descent, was residing at Bray Fellows Road in Camden at the time of the incident. Little is known about his personal life or relationship with the victim. However, sources indicate that he and Jama were known to each other, which may have led to the altercation. Hashani appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Friday, August 15, 2025, where he was formally charged with murder. He has been remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear at Wood Green Crown Court on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. This case highlights the persistent efforts of international law enforcement to bring justice to victims of crime, even when suspects flee the country.
The victim, Ahmed Ali Jama, was a British national of Somali descent. Known to friends and family as "AJ," he was a respected member of his community in St John's Wood. He was known for his love of football and his involvement in local youth programs. Friends and family have expressed relief that a suspect has finally been charged, hoping this marks a step towards justice for Ahmed.
