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Renewed appeal over teen gunned down at ice rink

DEATH: Andre Smartt-Ford

FIVE YEARS after 17-year-old James Andre Smartt-Ford was shot dead at an ice rink in south London, police are continuing to appeal for witnesses.

Andre was gunned down at Streatham Ice Rink during a disco attended by more than 300 people on February 3, 2007.

It is believed that the teen was in the area at the bottom of the stairs leading onto the ice, when he was approached by a black youth wearing dark clothing who fired shots at him.

Detective Inspector Henry Lindsey, said: "We believe there are people out there who hold key information that could help the investigation."

He added: "We remain determined to solve this murder and bring some resolution for Andre and his family."

The Met are offering a reward of up to £20,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest and prosecution of the person(s) responsible for Andre's murder.

Officers are appealing for anyone who may have information, or who was at the event, to call the incident room on 020 8247 4554; if you wish to remain anonymous please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.