A Life Cut Short: The Tragic Death of Shoaib Kochay
HENDON, NORTH LONDON – A community is in shock and mourning after the heartbreaking death of 22-year-old Shoaib Kochay, who succumbed to his injuries following a brutal incident that has now sparked a murder investigation. Shoaib was struck by a vehicle — believed to be a white Tesla — after a violent altercation broke out on Park Road on Tuesday, July 1st.
Witnesses reported seeing weapons and a heated confrontation between two individuals just moments before the fatal collision. The vehicle involved fled the scene, later found abandoned on Mount Road. Despite the valiant efforts of paramedics and hospital staff, Shoaib sadly passed away on July 9th, surrounded by devastated loved ones. His death has left a void that words can barely begin to fill.
A Gentle Soul Remembered by Family and Friends
Those who knew Shoaib describe him as kind-hearted, loyal, and full of promise. A young man with a bright future, Shoaib brought joy and warmth into the lives of everyone he touched. His laugh, his sense of humor, and his deep compassion made him beloved by his family and a close-knit circle of friends.
Shoaib was known for his deep love for his family, always putting their needs ahead of his own. His sudden and violent death has left his loved ones reeling. His family, now supported by specialist officers, is grieving a son, a brother, a friend — taken far too soon in an act of senseless violence. “He had dreams… he had plans,” said one friend tearfully. “We just can’t believe he’s gone.”
Seeking Justice, Demanding Peace
The Metropolitan Police have launched a full murder investigation, urging witnesses and anyone with information to come forward. The white Tesla involved in the attack was found abandoned, but no arrests have yet been confirmed. The community is calling for justice, desperate to see accountability and peace after such a devastating loss.
Flowers, candles, and handwritten notes now line the corner of Park Road, where friends and neighbors have gathered to mourn and remember Shoaib. “Gone but never forgotten,” reads one card. “You didn’t deserve this.” The tragic death of such a young man has reignited conversations about violence, safety, and justice in the streets of London.
Shoaib Kochay’s name will not fade. His story is now etched into the hearts of all who loved him and into the wider community left behind to carry his memory forward. May he rest in peace, and may those responsible be brought swiftly to justice.
