Bus driver shot dead in south London was 'in wrong place and not intended target' say police

An innocent bus driver shot dead outside a pub in south London was in the wrong place at the wrong time, police say, as detectives release new CCTV footage in a bid to track down his killers.

The “amazing” young man, who reportedly also volunteered at a local school mentoring young people, was shot dead near The Landor Pub shortly before 9.57pm.

Detectives say they do not believe Mr Amoa was the intended target of the attack.

The first clip shows a moped turning right from Landor Road into Willington Road, where the shooting took place, at 9.56pm.

A second clip shows the same moped leaving the area along Kings Avenue just a minute later, at 9.57pm.

A £20,000 reward is being offered by the charity Crimestoppers for information leading to the identification and conviction of those responsible.

Detective Chief Inspector Claire Guiver, who is leading the Met's investigation, said: “The loss of Bile-Aka continues to hurt his family as they are left with a void that cannot be filled as a result of this tragic incident.

Auguste-Marie Bile-aka Amoa who died on Willington Road, Clapham, shortly after 9.57pm on August 10

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“There is someone out there who knows what happened that night and we are urging those individuals to find it in their heart to come forward.

“No matter how small you think the information is, please speak to us. It could be exactly what we need to find those responsible.”

A force spokesman said: “While officers are keeping an open mind as to the motive, investigators believe Bile-Aka was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time and was not the intended target of the attack.”

Officers are pursuing all lines of enquiry, the force added.

A 22-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder on August 10 and later released with no further action following police enquiries. No further arrests have been made.

CCTV of a moped police are appealing for information on, in connection with Auguste-Marie Bile-aka Amoa being shot dead on Willington Road, Clapham

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Bile-Aka’s family said “nothing can bring back his smile or fill the space he has left in our lives” and appealed for any information to help “establish the truth and secure justice for him”.

They said: “He was an amazing young man full of love, kindness and an enthusiasm for life.

“Bile-aka was a dedicated bus driver, a job that he loved and was so committed to. Bile-aka touched so many hearts, and the pain of losing him is impossible to put into words.

Police are looking for more information

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“But if you know something, you may be able to help us find the answers we so desperately need. Please stand with us in our grief, honour Bile-aka’s memory, and help ensure that justice is served.”

DCI Guiver urged people to come forward with information even if it can feel “daunting”, stating they will be supported throughout the process and, where appropriate, measures could be put in place to help protect witnesses who give evidence.

Mick Duthie, director of operations at Crimestoppers, said the organisation can help people to speak up anonymously.

He said: “Bile-Aka’s family have been left devastated by his death and deserve answers about what happened that night.”

He added: “If you know something, however small it may seem, please tell us what you know.”