Couple Remanded Over Targeted New Cross Murder

Ben Wazabanga and Ronique Belfon, both 23 and from Bedford, are accused of driving 50 miles with their two young children to New Cross, southeast London, where they allegedly carried out a targeted knife attack resulting in the death of Ayowale Aladejana, 26. Prosecutors state the couple circled the victim's address before Wazabanga fatally stabbed Aladejana once in the chest, an act captured on doorbell video. Following the attack, the couple fled the scene but were later arrested and charged with murder, with Wazabanga also charged with possessing a knife. At their first appearance at the Old Bailey, both defendants only confirmed their identities, and the judge described the killing as planned and targeted. Both have been remanded in custody. A plea hearing is scheduled for October 23, with a provisional trial date set for April next year.