Two charged over fatal shooting of 17-year-old girl in Tottenham

Tanesha was shot from a vehicle in Chalgrove Road in April 2018 and died at the scene

Detectives investigating the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old girl in Tottenham in 2018 have charged two people with her murder.

Tanesha Melbourne-Blake was shot from a vehicle in Chalgrove Road shortly before 9.35pm on 2nd April 2018 and died at the scene.

The two men were charged today (Wednesday 3rd).

Marcus La-Croix, aged 36 of Hackney was charged with murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life. He was due to appear in custody at Thames Magistrates’ Court today.

Michael Clarke, aged 34 of Luton, was charged with murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life. He is due to appear in custody at Willesden Magistrates’ Court on Thursday (4th).

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