A trial date has been set for the murder of Crispin Siddon, stabbed at a barber shop in Harlesden.

Anthony Allen, of Tillet Close, Neasden will face trial at the Old Bailey on October 9, following the death of the 34-year-old.

Allen, aged 33, appeared at the court on Friday (May 12) where the trial date was set.

On May 5, emergency services were called to reports of a man suffering from stab wounds near Central Middlesex Hospital.

The man, later identified as Mr Siddon, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Detectives investigating the incident believe he was stabbed at Cutz barber shop on Craven Park Road.

Allen was arrested on Monday (May 8) and appeared at Hendon Magistrates' Court on Wednesday (May 10), and was charged with murder the following day.

His next court appearance will be when he goes for trial in October.

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