Two rappers died from stab and gunshot wounds in Ilford shooting, inquest hears

Two rappers died of stab and gunshot wounds following a triple shooting in east London last month, an inquest has heard.

Saydi Abu Sheikh, 23, known as Giddy, and Zakariya Jeilani Mohamed, 32, who used the name Shifty, were shot and killed in Ilford on 25 October.

Coroner Nadia Persaud opened inquests into their deaths at East London Coroner's Court in Barking on Tuesday, but adjourned them due to ongoing police investigations.

The men, both from Ilford, died in an "unspeakable act of extreme violence" after reports of a shooting inside a house in Henley Road, the Met Police said.

The inquest heard that Mr Sheikh died from stab wounds to the torso, while Mr Mohamed died from hypovolemic shock after he suffered stab and gunshot wounds to the torso.

Coroner's officer Brenda Dowsett said: "Mr Sheikh was at an address in Ilford when suspects entered the premises, discharged a firearm and stabbed Mr Sheikh, resulting in fatal injuries."

Following the incident, the Met Police said they were called just after midnight on 25 October to reports of a shooting inside a property in Henley Road.

A third man, 30, who was also discovered injured, was taken to hospital in a "life-threatening condition".

Scotland Yard said Mr Sheikh and Mr Mohamed died at the scene.

Detective Chief Inspector Chris Wood, leading the investigation, previously said: "This was an unspeakable act of extreme violence that has devastated two families and sent shockwaves throughout the community.

"My team is working around the clock to identify those responsible and I would like to express my thanks to the people who have already provided information - they can be sure that we will act on everything they have provided.

"We still want to hear from anyone who was inside or near the house in Henley Road when the attack took place."

He described the suspects responsible for "this horrific act" as "violent criminals" and expressed it is important they are not protected by a wall of silence

"It doesn't matter if you speak to us directly or anonymously via Crimestoppers - but please do get in touch," he said.

The Met Police said no arrests have been made and investigations are ongoing.