Man charged as part of Bletchley murder investigation
A man has been charged as part of a police investigation into a murder in Bletchley last month.
Shaquill Selyer, 27, of Frensham Drive in Bletchley, has been charged with one count each of murder, possession of an offensive weapon and perverting the course of justice.
Thames Valley Police say the charges relate to the fatal stabbing of Mohammed Tanveerul Islam, 26, in Brooklands Road, Bletchley, on Thursday July 30.
Selyer was arrested by police on August 4 and charged on August 6.
He is due to appear at Milton Keynes Magistrates Court today (August 7).
Detective Superintendent Andrew Alexander said: “I understand the concern that this tragic incident has caused in Bletchley and across Milton Keynes, particularly within our local communities.
“Our neighbourhood officers will be in the local area over the coming days and will remain in contact with community representatives and local partners.”
Police have urged the public not to speculate about the incident online, and to contact them if they have information about the incident.
Detective Superintendent Kevin Brown from the police’s major crime unit added: “As a man has now been charged, I’d like to remind the public that criminal proceedings are active.
“I ask for people to please not speculate online or share information which could prejudice the criminal proceedings.
“However, if anyone does have information that may be of use to the investigation, we would like to hear from you.
“Please report it directly to us, by calling 101, quoting the reference 43260393336, visiting our website or attending their nearest police station.”
Information can also be reported anonymously by contacting the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.