Man charged with murder after 87-year-old dies following alleged robbery
Peter Augustine, 58, has been remanded in custody after appearing in court accused of killing the pensioner in north London.
Saturday 10 May 2025 12:06, UK
A man has been charged with the murder of an 87-year-old after an alleged robbery in north London, police say.
Peter Augustine, 58, of Hornsey, is accused of killing pensioner John Mackey in Manor House.
Augustine appeared at Willesden Magistrates' Court on Saturday charged with murder and robbery.
He was remanded in custody to appear at the Old Bailey next week.
The Metropolitan Police said officers were called to a report of a robbery on Goodchild Road just before 6pm on Tuesday.
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The London Ambulance Service attended the scene and an 87-year-old man was taken to hospital, where he died on Thursday.
The victim's family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
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Speaking at the scene on Friday, neighbour Sandra Murphy, 65, described Mr Mackey as a "beautiful, kind man", who "would do anything for anyone".
"He was so loved around here. No-one would have a bad word to say about John," she said.