TWO drug dealers have been jailed for three years for being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine and heroin in Thurrock.
Iztvan Stuurman, 28, of Arisdale Close, South Ockendon, received three year concurrent sentences for being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine and heroin.
He received three months concurrent for possession of cannabis and counts of possession with intent to supply crack cocaine and heroin will remain on file.
Joel Johnson, 27, of no fixed address, received three year concurrent sentences for possession with intent to supply crack cocaine and heroin and for being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine and heroin.
He received 12 months concurrent for acquiring criminal property.
Stuurman and Johnson were convicted at Basildon Crown Court on Friday 3 July.
At around 9.35pm on 4 May 2019, we arrested Johnson after searching a vehicle in South Ockendon before finding a large amount of crack cocaine and heroin.
Minutes before his arrest, Johnson had sent a number of messages associated with drug dealing activities.
He was also in possession of a hotel key fob and we found a room in the name of Agne Vaituleviciute.
A member of staff recognised Johnson as being with her and we searched their hotel room to find crack cocaine and heroin.
The room was set up in order to stash, cut and package class A drugs.
Both Johnson and Vaituleviciute were taken to custody for questioning.
After reviewing the hotel CCTV, we noticed that Stuurman, the partner of Vaituleviciute, had been in the room and his DNA found inside.
He was arrested on 8 July 2019 by Op Raptor West officers in South Ockendon and we seized his phone containing evidence of his activities.
Inspector Scott Fitzmaurice, of Op Raptor West, said: “Following some quick actions we were able to arrest Johnson moments after he sent dozens of messages concerning drug supply.
“We quickly identified the hotel and hotel room he was staying at before discovering evidence of the preparation and packaging of drugs.
“Stuurman believed he had escaped but he thought wrong and following some investigative work and determination, he was arrested and put before a court.
“Both men now have plenty of time to think about their actions in prison.”
Vaituleviciute, 21, of Nicholas Close, South Ockendon, received 18 months in prison, suspended for 24 months, for being concerned in the supply of crack cocaine and heroin.
At Basildon Crown Court on 2 June, she also received a suspended sentence for possesion of cannabis and she will have to complete unpaid work.
TWO boys and a man have been arrested following reports that they attempted to break into containers on farmland in Stock.
A 15-year-old boy from Grays was arrested on suspicion of attempted burglary, theft of a car and driving without insurance or a licence.
A 21-year-old man from Grays and a 17-year-old man from Basildon were arrested on suspicion of attempted burglary.
Police stopped a vehicle in Lodge Lane, Grays at around 9.50pm on Thursday 9 July in connection with an attempted burglary in Stock at around 6.30pm that day.
Police seized bolt croppers and screwdrivers from within the vehicle.
While in custody, an officer reported that the man made comments towards him and he was further arrested on suspicion of racially aggravated intentional harassment.
A MAN has been arrested in connection with the investigation into the murder of Robert Powell.
Robert, aged 50, died after he was shot multiple times from a car on Water Lane in Roydon on Saturday 13 June.
A 30-year-old man from Epping was arrested earlier today, Wednesday 15 July, on suspicion of assisting an offender.
He remains in police custody.
He is the second person to be arrested in connection with the murder investigation.
A 33-year-old woman from London was arrested last week, Wednesday 8 July, on suspicion of assisting an offender and has since been released under investigation.
If you have information about Robert’s death, please go to https://mipp.police.uk/operation/4201020120P42-PO1 or alternatively you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers completely anonymously on 0800 555 111.
A PROPERTY in Water Lane in Roydon, the scene of a fatal shooting five weeks ago, has been closed down under the Anti-social Behaviour Crime and Policing Act 2014.
A joint operation between Epping Forest District Council’s Community Resilience team and Essex Police led to a Closure Order being made by Southend Magistrates on 16 July 2020.
Closure order of up to 6 months
The property – a 4-bedroom bungalow with swimming pool – was rented out by a commercial company for parties, music videos, etc and appeared on Airbnb.
On the night of the shooting a large gathering of people were at a party there.
A Closure Order of up to 6 months can be granted to restrict all access and address disorderly, offensive or criminal behaviour, serious nuisance to the public or disorder near the premises.
Excellent example of teamwork
Councillor Holly Whitbread, Cabinet member for Housing and Community said:
This is an excellent example of teamwork between our Community Resilience Team, police officers based at our Council Hub and the wider Essex Police force.
A Closure Order allows us to quickly close premises being used, or likely to be used, to commit nuisance or disorder.
We acted swiftly to get the order made and it has already been posted on the property. This action should address the concerns of local residents and bring peace to this rural Essex village.
Prevent further disturbance
Brentwood and Epping Forest District Commander, Chief Inspector Ant Alcock added:
I’d like to thank our colleagues at Epping Forest District Council who worked closely with the Community Safety Team, to secure the closure order.
We understand the impact that visitors to this property have had on the local community and I now hope that this will prevent further disturbance to local residents.
ESSEX Police releasing an e-fit image of a man we want to identify and speak to in connection with a robbery at a shop in Grays.
It was reported a man went into the Co-op in Lodge Lane shortly after 7.20pm on 27 June and threatened members of staff with a knife.
He stole a two-figure sum of cash before leaving the store.
If you have any information about the incident or if you recognise the man pictured please call us on 101 quoting the crime reference number 42/94062/20 or Crimesdtoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
SUSPECTS for drug-driving, assaults and burglaries were among those arrested during an operation targeting criminals travelling on the borders of Essex and London.
The nights of action on Monday 13 July and Tuesday 14 July resulted in 43 arrests, 24 of those in Essex.
Those arrested included:
A 24-year-old man from Tilbury was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm after a 33-year-old man was struck by a car in Langthorne Crescent, Grays, on Tuesday 14 July. The victim was not injured.
The suspect has been released under investigation while we continue our enquiries.
Five people were arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply drugs.
Ten were arrested on suspicion of burglary and theft of vehicles.
Eight were arrested on suspicion of drug driving.
Officers from Essex and the Metropolitan Police have been carrying out the joint patrols to disrupt criminals seeking to bring harm to our communities.
They have resulted in more than 260 arrests this year, with more than 120 of made in Essex.
The patrols are part of Operation Sceptre, our ongoing work to tackle serious violent crime including knife and drug-related crime.
Road crime manager Matt Hine said: “These operations have been really successful in targeting criminals, taking weapons off the streets and in some cases preventing crime before it’s happened.
“During these patrols we’ve also pulled people over for driving offences and have identified further more serious offences.
“These operations are just part of the work we’re doing every day to keep people safe and how we work with other police forces to identify and target offenders.”
A MAN is to face charges of supplying drugs following an investigation by detectives.
Jason Rao, 21, of Wood Avenue, Purfleet, has been summonsed to court to face charges of possession with intent to supply cannabis, being concerned in the supply of cocaine, and being concerned in the supply of cannabis.
He is due to appear at Basildon Magistrates’ Court on 15 October.
The offences are alleged to have happened between 2015 and May last year.
15M OF COCAINE SEIZED BY BORDER FORCE AT LONDON GATEWAY
Cocaine worth more than £15m has been seized by Border Force officers at London Gateway after it was found hidden within the floor of a container.
The detection was made on Monday (13 July) during an intelligence led search of a 40ft, temperature controlled container that had been shipped from Costa Rica and was carrying a load of bananas. The container was in transit to Germany.
An initial X-Ray scan of the container identified an anomaly within the floor. When officers conducted a physical examination they found that the floor cavity, which would normally be packed with insulation had instead been filled with blocks of cocaine. A total of 380kg of the Class A drug, with an estimated street value of £15.2m was ultimately recovered in an operation that took 19 hours to complete.
Minister for Immigration Compliance and the Courts Chris Philp said:
“Illegal drugs have a significant impact on our society, being the root cause behind countless burglaries, thefts and robberies. They are also used as a commodity by organised criminals linked to violence and exploitation of the vulnerable.
“This is just one example of the crucial work that Border Force officers do every day to help keep the UK safe. Detections of dangerous Class A drugs such as this are testament to their dedication and expertise.”
Border Force Assistant Director Pete Roffey said:
“This was a sophisticated concealment and one that is rarely seen in the UK. The smugglers had cut the inner floor, raised it, removed and scraped out the insulation, packed in the drugs and then welded the inner floor back in place. They had left relatively little evidence that the container had been tampered with.”
Following the Border Force detection, the seizure was referred to the National Crime Agency.
Border Force officers are the front line in protecting the country and play a key role in detecting illegal immigration, disrupting serious and organised crime and helping to prevent the threat of terrorism. Border Force also protects the UK’s revenue, contributing to the nation’s prosperity and growth.
They use an array of search techniques including sniffer dogs, carbon dioxide detectors, heartbeat monitors and scanners – as well as visual searches – to find well-hidden stowaways, illegal drugs, firearms and tobacco which would otherwise end up causing harm to local people, businesses and communities.
Anyone with information about activity they suspect may be linked to smuggling should call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or go to https://www.gov.uk/report-smuggling
ESSEX POLICE is appealing for information after an 11-year-old girl reported she was assaulted by a man while in a play area in South Ockendon.
The girl reported that the man pushed her to the chest as she used a climbing frame in Darenth Lane between 5.15pm and 5.25pm on Sunday 19 July.
They understand there was an altercation involving the suspect, the same girl and another man following the incident.
The girl was not injured during the initial incident. A 34-year-old man from Grays was arrested by officers on suspicion of assault and he remains under investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to call Grays police station on 101 quoting crime reference 42/107630/20.
Alternatively, you can call Crimestopppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
POLICE Officers are continuing their investigation after seizing five firearms during a warrant in Thurrock.
They executed a warrant in an industrial unit in Bennetts Industrial Estate, Chadwell St Mary, on Thursday 9 July, following reports of a cannabis grow.
They recovered around 500 plants.
Their enquiries are ongoing to locate those linked to the address but, in the meantime, they would like to thank local residents and businesses for their support and information.
District Commander for Thurrock, Chief Inspector Richard Melton, said: “I understand that this discovery is a real concern for anyone who lives or works in Chadwell.
“Thankfully, the firearms are now in our possession and we have made them safe. Detectives from our Serious and Organised Crime Unit are working tirelessly to trace the people who are linked to these weapons.
“We know that large-scale cannabis grows are often linked to organised crime, and a grow can bring intimidation, violence and exploitation along with it. I’d like to thank all the members of the public who report suspicious behaviour to us every day as, without your information, these weapons could still be on the streets.”
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 101 and quote incident number 114 of Thursday 9 July.
If you want to report something but wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crimestoppers in complete confidence. Their number is 0800 555 111.
ESSEX Police have welcomed eight new Special Constables after they received their warrant cards on Monday 20 July.
Drew Cooper (Harlow), Sheila De Freitas (Rayleigh), Robbie Jackson (Clacton), David Kirby (Grays), Paul Manson (Brentwood), Libby Campbell-McCulloch (Colchester), Daniel Millard (Basildon) and Megan Whiteley (Chelmsford) took part in a special attestation ceremony after completing their training.
They read an oath to keep your communities safe in front of Assistant Chief Constable Tracey Harman, Justice of the Peace Beverly Purvis and the Deputy Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Jane Gardner at Essex Police headquarters in Chelmsford.
Superintendent Cat Barrie, who heads our Special Constabulary, said: “I want to thank all the Special Constables for their hard work and determination.
“Seven of them were on different intakes earlier this year until the Government lockdown.
“With our help and with some changes, they were able to continue with their studies and they proudly received their warrant cards last night.
“One of the Special Constables has rejoined us after previously volunteering with Essex Police. The force would like to welcome him back to our family.
“We are determined to get Special Constables trained with the right procedures in place so that they are able to help you and catch criminals.
“We’re accepting applications – so if you’re looking for a new challenge or want to rejoin just like Paul – we’d be happy to have you on board.”
We want to thank all our Special Constables that volunteer their time to give back to the community, making a difference through helping people, keeping people safe and catching criminals.
If you would like to learn new skills, gain more confidence and make a positive change to your community, apply to become a Special Constable and join our growing team: www.essex.police.uk/specials #MyOtherLife
A lorry driver has been extradited to the UK to face charges over the deaths of 39 Vietnamese migrants found dead in a shipping container in Grays last year.
Eamonn Harrison, 23, of Mayobridge, County Down, Northern Ireland, is alleged to have driven the lorry trailer to Zeebrugge in Belgium before it sailed to England.
Harrison was extradited from Ireland to face 39 counts of manslaughter and one count of conspiracy to assist unlawful immigration.
Although he is from Northern Ireland, his lawyer said last year that at the time of the incident he was travelling under an Irish passport as an Irish citizen.
A spokesman for Essex Police said: “We can confirm he is in our custody. We will release more information about proceedings when we are able.”
The bodies of the Vietnamese migrants were found on an industrial estate in the Essex town of Grays shortly after the container arrived in Purfleet on a ferry in the early morning of October 23, 2019.
Among the men, women and children were 10 teenagers- including two 15-year-old boys.
Lorry driver Maurice Robinson, 25, who took the container from the port where it arrived in Essex, pleaded guilty to 39 counts of manslaughter at the Old Bailey in April. He had previously pleaded guilty to conspiracy to assist unlawful immigration.
Robinson, of Craigavon in Northern Ireland, also admitted acquiring criminal property. He denied a further charge of transferring criminal property.
The bodies were discovered in the lorry in the early hours of 23 October 2019
OFFICERS responded quickly and in numbers following a disturbance in the Chalkwell area and additional patrols will continue throughout this weekend.
Police were called at 7.05pm yesterday, Friday 24 July, with reports of a large group of people fighting, some with weapons, in Chalkwell Esplanade, near Chalkwell train station.
Officers were quickly on scene with colleagues from British Transport Police to respond to the incident and carry out searches assisted by a police helicopter.
Two 15-year-old boys from Basildon were taken to hospital. One had a small cut to his head and a stab wound to his leg, which will require surgery. The other victim had a minor stab wound to his arm. Their injuries are not life threatening.
An 18-year-old man from Basildon was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm and possession of drugs, and a 20-year-old man from South Ockendon was arrested on suspicion of affray. They remain in custody for questioning.
Following police attendance, the large group of people dispersed and we responded to further reports of a group gathering at Chalkwell Park, where there were reports of loud music being played.
The park was closed and the group were moved on.
Additional stop-and-search powers were authorised under Section 60 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 in order to keep people safe and facilitate our robust response.
This additional, temporary power, allowed officers to use stop and search powers without the need to have reasonable grounds to stop someone.
The powers were put in place from 7.30pm yesterday to 6am today, Saturday 25 July, in specific areas around Chalkwell.
Our Operational Support Group stopped 33 people and no weapons were found. One person was given a community resolution for possession of cannabis and two vehicles were seized for having no insurance.
Detective Chief Inspector Jim Sandford said: “I know this incident was very concerning for local residents and I would like to thank them for their ongoing support and their understanding.
“Our officers responded quickly and robustly to deal with those who felt it was acceptable to cause disorder and as a result of this action their behaviour was curtailed.
“We are continuing to support the two young victims who were injured and detectives have been working throughout the night to investigate what happened. “Incidents like this are thankfully rare and our officers worked alongside colleagues from the British Transport Police to swiftly deal with the disorder. “The additional stop and search powers and patrols were put in place to prevent any further crimes and it is reassuring that of those people stopped, no weapons were found and there were no arrests made. “Officers patrolled throughout the evening and continue to do so today to ensure people feel safe and I would urge anyone with information about yesterday’s incident or any concerns to please speak to them.” Detectives are continuing their enquiries today to establish the circumstances behind the incident and identify any further people who were involved. We had a number of witnesses come forward to assist with our enquiries and we are grateful for their help, as information from the public is really important to bring offenders to justice. Anyone with information is asked to call Southend CID on 101 quoting reference 1144 of 24 July. You can also report online at https://www.essex.police.uk Alternatively, you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111 or https://crimestoppers-uk.org.
More than £40,000 was seized and more than 30 arrests were made in a multi-police force operation to tackle drug supply and associated violent crime.
On Wednesday, 22 July, officers from Essex Police worked alongside colleagues from the Metropolitan Police, Kent and British Transport Police in a joint operation to target criminals using the roads and rail networks who were suspected of transporting drugs in and out of London, Kent and Essex.
Officers used Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras and targeted vehicles believed to be linked to violent crime.
Overall, the operation resulted in 32 arrests for offences including possession of an offensive weapon, being concerned in the supply of class A drugs and drug driving.
More than £40,000 cash seized, 14 vehicles were seized for motoring offences and three stolen vehicles were recovered.
In Essex, five vehicles were seized for being uninsured and one stolen caravan was recovered.
Eight people were arrested for various offences and have been released under investigation while we continue our enquiries. The details are as follows:
A car was stopped on the A128 Ongar Road in Brentwood and during a search the driver was found with a four figure sum of cash and a number of mobile phones, which were believed to be connected to drugs supply. The 43-year-old man from Romford was arrested on suspicion of being concerned in supplying controlled drugs.
A Volkswagen Golf was stopped on the A13 in Thurrock after information it may have been linked to the theft of a large amount of alcohol from Birmingham. Officers found 64 bottles of spirits in the boot and the driver, a 28-year-old man from Barking, was arrested on suspicion of theft.
A caravan stolen from Buckinghamshire was recovered at junction 30 on the M25 near Grays. The driver of the vehicle towing the caravan, a 34-year-old man from Basildon, was arrested and questioned. He was later released under investigation on suspicion of driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence and driving without insurance.
A 28-year-old man from Purfleet was stopped on the A1306 in Grays and arrested on suspicion of drug-driving, possession of drugs, taking a vehicle without the owner’s consent, driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence and driving without insurance. He has been released under investigation.
Four men were arrested on suspicion of drug-driving.
Chief Inspector Lewis Basford, of Essex Police, said: “Every day we’re making Essex a hostile place for drug dealers by targeting criminals using the full range of tactics and legal powers available to us.
“Crime has no borders so working with our police colleagues in other forces is crucial to tackling these criminal networks and protecting children and vulnerable adults who are often groomed and exploited.
“This is just one example of the work we’re doing here in Essex and with other agencies to bring offenders to justice and tackle the root causes of why people become involved in drug-related crime.
“Under Operation Sceptre, we carry out patrols every day and gather intelligence and evidence to target those involved in supplying drugs and serious violence.
“However enforcement alone is not enough to tackle this complex issue.
“We’re also working with organisations in the criminal justice system, youth offending teams, charities and councils to help divert people away from a life of crime and protect those at risk of becoming victims.”
If you have information about anyone involved in drugs, weapon carrying or exploitation, please tell us so we can take action and ensure vulnerable people are protected.
If you don’t want to speak to the police, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or https://crimestoppers-uk.org. They are an independent charity and you will remain 100% anonymous.
For more information about Operation Sceptre and how to get help for someone you are worried about, visit https://www.essex.police.uk/opsceptre
IN the last year our Town Centre Teams have made more than 1,000 arrests and led more than 2,000 investigations – bolstering our ability to catch criminals and keep you safe.
The teams have worked hard to make your towns safer by catching drug dealers, shoplifters, those carrying weapons, as well as dealing with anti-social behaviour.
Recent successes include the execution of a warrant at a ‘chop shop’ in which several stolen vehicles were recovered. This investigation is still ongoing and was the result of intelligence gathered by our Town Centre Team in Loughton.
By working with you, our local communities, these teams have increased the information and intelligence we receive which helps us catch more criminals and prevent and detect crime.
Leader of Thurrock Council, Cllr Rob Gledhill, said: “We have seen some excellent results from the town centre teams in Thurrock over the last year.
So much so that we have invested £1m of investment surplus funding to expand the teams into Purfleet and Aveley and Tilbury town centres as well as those in Grays, Ockendon and Stanford-Le-Hope.
“Working in partnership with Essex Police to tackle crime, violence and anti-social behaviour in our borough’s town centres is a key priority for us.
The success of the existing teams’ presence on our streets from when they first launched to now speaks for itself.
“I cannot thank the town centre police teams enough for the fantastic work they have done keeping these Thurrock town centres safe. We look forward too many more years of excellent local policing like this to come.”
The Basildon team have solved 180 crimes in their first year including shop lifting offences, drugs-related crimes and possession of offensive weapons.
Our Town Centre Teams have built close relationships with residents, businesses, community groups, councils and other organisations over the past year to get to the root of ongoing local issues and tensions.
The team in Southend have seen a number of successes, including working with the local council to combat illegal shellfish harvesting. They carried out a week-long operation which saw 29 pickers spoken to and the seizure of £11,000 worth of illegally harvested shellfish.
The Braintree and Witham teams have been working with schools to identify those at risk and use effective partnership work to prevent antisocial behaviour among young people. This is linked to our efforts to educate and prevent young people from becoming involved in knife and violent crime under Operation Sceptre.
Across the county the teams have been carrying out targeted searches in parks and other open areas which has resulted in a number of weapons being recovered and removed from our streets. Venues across Essex have worked with us to accommodate the use of knife arches to detect weapons and to raise awareness of the dangers of carrying knives.
In another example of the Town Centre Teams’ success, Costa Coffee in Waltham Abbey were having issues with teenagers intimidating customers. Our team secured a Criminal Behaviour Order and excluded the people responsible from the area, they are also carrying out regular patrols to make sure the area remains a safe place.
Assistant Chief Constable Rachel Nolan said: “We want to thank you for welcoming our officers into your communities. They have become part of them as we all come together to fight crime and anti-social behaviour, making our town centres safer for all those who live, work or visit Essex.
“By working together, we can keep the tide turning and put a stop to anti-social behaviour, drug dealing and other insidious crimes which cause irreparable harm to families, friends and our communities.”
Our force has continued to grow. We saw 58 new officers passing out earlier this month, and this year we will be investing in even more officers dedicated to local policing. Twenty new Community Safety Engagement Officers (CSEOs), who will support their local policing teams alongside our Town Centre Teams are starting to move into their posts now.
ACC Nolan continued: “We are increasing the numbers of new officers who will be bolstering our work to protect and serve our communities and catch the bad guys.
“Our new CSEOs will be looking at solving those longer term problems which really do affect people’s quality of life, at addressing issues that are priorities for communities and telling you about what they are doing so you know more about what’s happening in your town.”
Since the start of the COVID-19 lockdown in March, our Town Centre Teams carried out extra patrols to help protect closed businesses and since June we have worked in partnership with them and local councils as they reopen.
Last weekend, it became compulsory to wear face coverings in shops. Again, our Town Centre Teams have worked with local businesses to support them through this change and make shopping an enjoyable and safe experience for all.
Roger Hirst, Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex, says: “We provide the funding to enable Essex Police to boost officer numbers making the force the strongest it’s been in many years.
“After listening to the public and local businesses and traders it’s clear that people want more officers in their town centres and the launch of these teams last year, alongside other expansions to the rural, business crime, schools and roads policing teams are a big success. People are very pleased to have them there and are reassured to have them around.
“Local, visible and accessible policing and preventing crime from happening in the first place are key priorities in our Police and Crime Plan.
I would like to personally thank everyone who makes this possible and every single officer, member of police staff, volunteers and our local partner agencies who work together every day in these teams – making such a difference to keeping Essex safe and secure.”
A MAN has been taken to hospital in a life threatening condition, following a road traffic collision in West Horndon.
Police were called around 6.45pm yesterday evening, Monday 27 July, with reports that an Audi S5 and a Volkswagen Golf had been in collision on St. Mary’s Lane.
Emergency services arrived and the Golf driver, a man thought to be in his 50s, was taken to hospital with life threatening injuries.
The Audi driver, a man aged in his 20s, has been treated for injuries that are not thought to be serious.
St. Mary’s Lane was closed between Little Warley Hall Lane and Childerditch Lane, which had also been closed.
Police would like to hear from anyone who saw the incident, particularly those with dash cam footage. Please contact the Serious Collision
Investigation Unit on 101 quoting incident 991 of 27 July or by emailing collisionappeal@essex.pnn.police.uk.
DETECTIVES are releasing images of three men who are wanted in connection with the murder of Robert Powell.
Nana Oppong, 40, from Stratford, Israar Shah, 36, from Brentwood and Temitope Adeyinka, also 36 and from Stratford, are believed to have been involved in the death of 50-year-old Robert, who was shot multiple times outside an address on Water Lane in Roydon during the early hours of Saturday 13 June.
Nana Oppong, who is also known as Enz is 5ft 6ins tall, of a proportionate build and has links to the East London areas.
Israar Shah, who also goes by the name of Slick, is 6ft 1ins tall, of a slim build and is known to have links to East London and Romford.
Temitope Adeyinka, also known as Limo, is 5ft 8ins and of a medium build. He has links to areas in East London, in particular Stratford and Bow.
Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Chief Inspector Stephen Jennings, who is leading the investigation said:
“I would strongly urge Nana Oppong, Israar Shah and Temitope Adeyinka to contact police and hand themselves in.
“Members of the public who see any of these men are asked not to approach them and call 999 immediately.
“We have a team of people dedicated to this investigation, working extremely hard around the clock to find the person or people responsible for Robert’s death.
“Speaking to Oppong, Shah and Adeyinka is a significant part of our investigation and we need them, or anyone with information about where they are, to get in contact with us.
“Anybody who is found to be assisting these men in any way will be subject to a thorough investigation and could find themselves prosecuted for assisting an offender.”
If you have information on the whereabouts of Nana Oppong, Israar Shah and Temitope Adeyinka please call 999 immediately.
Alternatively, contact independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers completely anonymously on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
ESSEX Police have put a dispersal order in place in Tilbury tonight, Wednesday 29 July, following reports of a large group of people acting anti-socially and causing criminal damage.
A police spokesperson said: “We received reports at around 9pm about a disturbance in a car park in Lansdowne Road and information that some vehicles may have been damaged.
“We have officers within the vicinity and we will be moving groups of people away from the area.
“The order will run until 10pm tomorrow and it covers Dock Road, including the train station, Calcutta Road, Dunlop Road, Lansdowne Road, Lansdowne Court, Toronto Road, Albany Road, Ellerman Road, Church Road, Sycamore Close and Adelaide Road.
Inspector Rebecca Lee, of Grays Local Policing Team, said: “We have quickly acted to implement this dispersal order, which will give us the powers to move people away from the area.
“We will not tolerate this kind of behaviour and any offences will be investigated. “If you’re thinking about coming down to the area, don’t, you’ll be identified and you’ll be moved away.”
The order gives officers the power to direct anyone in that area to leave and not to return for the period of the order.
If they return to the area within the 24-hour period, they may be arrested or receive a large fine.
Anyone with information is asked to call Grays police station on 101 quoting incident 1159 of 29/07 or you can report information by visiting www.essex.police.uk.
Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
