A person and lady have appeared in courtroom accused of the homicide of a lacking north London man described by his household as ‘cheerful and delicate’.
Frank McKeever, 63, was final seen alive as he walked alongside Highbury Park, close to the junction with Highbury Grange at 10pm on August 28.
He was reported lacking almost two weeks in a while September 9.
Juned Sheikh, 47, of Camberwell and Surie Suksiri, 30, of Islington appeared in custody at Willesden Magistrates’ Court docket however weren’t requested for his or her pleas.
Each are charged with the homicide of Mr McKeever on August 28, 2021 at an handle in Highbury.
That they had beforehand been arrested and later launched beneath investigation on September 28 and October 10, final yr.
Surie Suksiri (pictured), 30, and Juned Sheikh, 47, are charged with Frank McKeever’s homicide
Carrying a black and gray Nike high and darkish denims Sheikh (pictured) solely spoke to substantiate his identify, date of delivery and handle
Frank McKeever, from Islington, immediately vanished on August 28 final yr with no hint
Carrying a black and gray Nike high and darkish denims Sheikh solely spoke to substantiate his identify, date of delivery and handle.
Suksiri, who was sporting a police custody-issue gray tracksuit, additionally confirmed her id.
Prosecutor Katie Weiss gave no particulars and District Choose Mark Jabbitt remanded them each in custody to look on the Outdated Bailey on Wednesday.
In the course of the wide-ranging probe into Mr McKeever’s disappearance a reward of as much as £20,000 was provided in return for data as to his whereabouts, however he has by no means been discovered.
The Metropolitan Police’s Specialist Crime staff had led the investigation, which has concerned intensive searches of premises; open areas; lakes; canals and different waterways with out success.
In an announcement throughout the seek for him Mr McKeever’s household stated: ‘Please may you assist us discover our brother, Frank McKeever.
CCTV exhibiting his actions has been issued to assist the general public recall the occasions main as much as his disappearance
‘It is going to quickly be the primary anniversary of his disappearance as he was final seen on twenty eighth August 2021.
‘Our household had misplaced contact with him for some years, however we have been so pleased to re-connect with him final summer season and have been trying ahead to being with him once more to rebuild household ties.
‘He appeared pleased and optimistic concerning the future and he had remained loyal to his favorite soccer staff Birmingham Metropolis.
‘We actually miss his cheerful and delicate character and his sense of humour.
‘He had a zest for all times and liked chatting to individuals and was little doubt trying ahead to celebrating his birthday on the thirty first August and the Financial institution Vacation weekend.
‘Sadly, he has now disappeared with out hint and we’re determined for any information.
‘We’re very anxious for his welfare and security and can give assist and assist for something he wants.
‘If anybody has any data on his whereabouts please contact the lacking Folks charity or the police. A reward is being provided.’