Mum loses fight for life after Notting Hill Carnival stabbing

It has been confirmed that 32-year-old Cher Maximen – a woman stabbed at the Notting Hill Carnival she was attending with her child – has tragically died.

Shortly before 6pm on Sunday, August 25, officers deployed in Golborne Road as part of the carnival policing operation became aware of a woman who had been stabbed.

The officers gave emergency medical treatment until the arrival of paramedics. Cher was transported to hospital in a critical condition. Despite the best efforts of medical staff, she died on Saturday morning.

On Tuesday morning last week, they arrested Shakiel Thibou, 20, of Masbro Road, Shepherd’s Bush.

He was charged with attempted murder and appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday morning. He was remanded in custody to appear at the Old Bailey on Wednesday, September 25.

In light of Cher’s death, the offence will be reviewed in conjunction with the Crown Prosecution Service.

Detective Chief Inspector Alex Gammampila of the Met’s Homicide Command, who leads the investigation, said: “My thoughts are with Cher’s loved ones as they come to terms with this terrible loss.

“They are being supported by specialist officers and we will make sure that support continues.

“Cher was at the carnival with her young child. We have been in close contact with our local authority partners and Cher’s family since soon after this incident to make sure the child is safe and looked after.”

Commander Charmain Brenyah, the Met’s spokesman for carnival operations, said: “The news of Cher’s tragic death is devastating for her family, the wider community and all those involved in delivering the Notting Hill Carnival.

“The carnival is about bringing people together in a positive celebration. That it has ended with the tragic loss of life, among other incidents of serious violence, will sadden everyone involved.”

Pictured top: Cher Maximen (Picture: The Met)