Police are continuing to appeal for the public’s help to locate an outstanding suspect.

35-year-old David Walcott and 33-year-old Rammon Mali were found guilty of the murder of Rijkaard Siafa in February.

He was stabbed to death in Fellmongers Yard in Croydon in April last year.

In court, Walcott and Mali claimed that they were present, but were not the ones who stabbed Rijkaard.

However, they were unanimously found guilty of murder by the jury.


Hassanatu Bah, Rijkaard mother, said:

“Anyone who knew Rijkaard would tell you how truly special he was. He had a soul so gentle and a heart so kind that his love and care touched everyone around him. His dreams were big, his zest for life unmatched. He was driven by hope and ambition, and his future was filled with endless possibilities – dreams that were cruelly stolen from him.

“But let me assure you, Rijkaard’s story doesn’t end here. I will carry his torch for as long as I live. Everything he dreamed of, everything he wanted to accomplish, I would do my best to see it through. His name will not be forgotten.”

Detective Chief Inspector Samantha Townsend, from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command, said:

“Our thoughts very much remain with Rijkaard’s family and friends, who had to re-live the last traumatic moments of his young life during the trial after the defendants failed to take responsibility for their actions.

“The defendants acted together, as a team. They had been looking for Rijkaard during the afternoon of Friday, 12 April and when they found him, they viciously attacked him.

“It’s clear Walcott and Mali are dangerous and unpredictable individuals and I am relieved they will remain behind bars for a significant period of time.

“I am extremely grateful to those who have come forward so far, however Jordan Vincent remains wanted for the murder of Rijkaard Siafa and my team remains determined to bring all of those responsible to justice.

“I am appealing to people to dig deep into their consciences and assist us with the whereabouts of Jordan Vincent. There is a £10,000 reward available for information which leads to his arrest and conviction. If you have any information, no matter how insignificant you may think it is – please get in contact, it could be crucial.”

Anyone who has information or footage can call 0208 721 4961 referencing Op Biscot.

To remain 100% anonymous call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit Crimestoppers-uk.org.