Former Chiswick school pupil dismembered after drug dealers took over home

William 'Blaise' Algar

The ongoing investigation into the murder of William ‘Blaise’ Algar, has led to a fourth arrest.

An 18-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday, 4 February on suspicion of murder and preventing the lawful burial of a body. He has been released under investigation pending further enquiries.

Detectives are now particularly appealing for anyone who had contact with Blaise in December of last year to get in touch.

A 17-year-old male from Kensington and Chelsea has previously been charged with murder and has been remanded in custody to appear for a plea hearing at the same court on a date in May.

In addition a 19-year-old man was arrested on Friday, 31 January on suspicion of murder and preventing the lawful burial of a body. He has been released under investigation pending further enquiries. A 44-year-old man was arrested on Monday, 27 January on suspicion of murder and preventing the lawful burial of a body. He has been bailed pending further enquiries to a west London police station in mid-February.

Anyone with information that could assist police with their enquiries is asked to contact the incident room on 020 8721 4054, or stay anonymous by contacting the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Last month missing body parts were discovered after a search in Hounslow as part of the ongoing investigation into the killing and dismemberment of the 53-year-old jazz trumpeter.

It is believed that Mr Algar was stabbed to death after drug dealers took over his home in Nowell Road, Barnes in a process called cuckooing in which vulnerable people are exploited by gangs. After a search of the property on 3 January police found Mr. Algar’s head and torso wrapped in a sheet but his arms and legs were missing.

Mr Algar attended Chiswick School between 1977-84. He had some mental health issues and was considered to be vulnerable. His family have urged members of the public to come forward if they have any information that would ensure those responsible for his death are brought to justice as swiftly as possible.

Anyone with information that could assist police with their enquiries is asked to contact the incident room on 020 8721 4054, or stay anonymous by contacting the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

February 6, 2020