Four Men Arrested in Mysterious Death Near Romford Care Home

On August 16, 2025, a tragic incident occurred in Romford, where a 27-year-old woman was found dead near the Chadwell House Residential Care Home. The Metropolitan Police and London Ambulance Service responded to the scene around 5:30 am, but despite their best efforts, the woman, identified as Zahwa Salah Mukhtar, was pronounced dead.

Following the discovery, a murder investigation was launched, and four men have been arrested in connection with the incident. A 35-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder, while two others, aged 21 and 22, were arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. On Sunday, a fourth man, aged 35, was also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. All four men remain in police custody, and early inquiries suggest the incident was isolated, with the individuals involved known to one another.

Zahwa's family, who are being supported by specialist officers, have issued a touching tribute, describing her as a 'kind and loving' person with 'high aspirations in life.' They expressed that her tragic loss has left them heartbroken, and she will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.