A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a man who was assaulted in East Finchley.

Police were called by the London Ambulance Service at 22:06hrs on Monday, 30 June following reports of a man being assaulted inside a shop on Brook Walk.

The victim was taken to hospital where he sadly died on Sunday, 12 July.

He can now be named as 53-year-old Paul Heyfron, from East Finchley. His family are being supported by specially trained officers.

A murder investigation has now been launched, and enquiries remain ongoing. No arrests have been made at this stage.

Detective Inspector Jon Moseling, the Senior Investigating Officer said: “Our thoughts are with Paul’s family following this tragic news.

“Our enquiries are continuing at pace, and we will update the community when we can.

“I would ask anyone with any information, CCTV or doorbell camera footage which could support the investigation to contact us.

“We are aware of online and public speculation and I urge people not to share or engage with speculation.”

Anyone with information or footage is asked to contact police on 101, quoting CAD 9157/30JUN26, or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.