Man charged with murder after 87-year-old dies following alleged robbery

A man has been charged with the robbery and murder of a pensioner in north London, police say.

Peter Augustine, 58, of Hornsey, is accused of killing an 87-year-old man, who has not yet been named, in Manor House.

Augustine is due to appear before magistrates on Saturday to face charges of robbery and murder.

The Metropolitan Police said officers were called to a report of a robbery on Goodchild Road just before 6pm on Tuesday.

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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