Man, 48, charged with murder after body found in London on New Year’s Day

A man has appeared in court charged with murder after a 41-year-old man was found dead at a property in south London.

The body of Indian national Kaleem Shaik was found after Metropolitan Police attended an address in Bondway, Lambeth, at 8pm on New Year’s Day.

Police attended the address following “concerns for the welfare of a man”.

Daniel Levy was also arrested that day along the same route.

Police added that on Saturday Levy, 48, was charged with murder and remanded in custody at Westminster Magistrates’ Court.

Detective Chief Inspector Phil Clarke, who is leading the investigation, said: “Our thoughts are with Kaleem’s family at this very difficult time.

“My team is not currently looking for any other suspects in this tragic incident.

“We understand the concern this will cause in the local community and residents can expect an increased police presence in the coming days.”

Levy will perform at the Old Bailey on January 5.

Mr Shaik’s family, who live in India, have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.