Crimestoppers offers £10,000 reward for information on Brent shooting murder

As a charity, independent of the police, we're offering a reward of up to £10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for a fatal shooting in Brent, North-West London.

55-year-old Simon Whyte died after being shot on Harrow Road, at the junction with West End Close, Stonebridge on Friday, 19 December 2025.

The police are now looking to speak to 41-year-old Pierre Thompson from West London as part of their enquiries.

Wanted man Pierre Thompson

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Crimestoppers is now appealing to those with information about Pierre Thompson’s whereabouts to come forward 100% anonymously - a reward of up to £10,000 is on offer for information given directly to Crimestoppers (not the police) that leads to his arrest.

“Today (19 June) marks six months since Simon’s death and his family and friends are continuing to come to terms with their loss.

“They are desperate for answers as to what happened that evening and we have already carried out extensive enquiries to build up a picture of the events of that night.

“We are now appealing to the public to help us progress our investigation and would urge anyone who knows the whereabouts of Pierre Thompson to contact the police or independent charity Crimestoppers immediately.”

Detective Inspector Jim Barry, who is leading the investigation.

“Six months on from Simon Whyte’s tragic death, his family are still waiting for answers and justice. We are urging anyone who has information about Pierre Thompson’s whereabouts to come forward and do the right thing.

“Crimestoppers is completely independent of the police, and you can contact us 100 per cent anonymously. If you know something, however small it may seem, please speak up – your information could make a critical difference in helping bring those responsible to justice.”

Alexa Loukas, Crimestoppers London Regional Manager

Simon’s wife Simone said: 

“Simon was my husband of 25 years, my best friend, and my soulmate. I am completely lost and distraught without him. He was deeply loved by our family, and his loss has left a hole in our lives that can never be filled.

“Simon was murdered on 19 December 2025 at approximately 9.35pm. Since that day, our family has been living with unimaginable grief, heartache and anxiety that his killer hasn’t been found. Every day, we are reminded of the life that was taken from us and the questions that remain unanswered.

“It has now been six months since Simon's passing, and we, as a family, deserve answers, closure, and justice for Simon. No family should have to endure the pain of losing a loved one without knowing the full truth of what happened.”

Anonymity

Crimestoppers guarantees complete anonymity, meaning that people who call or contact us online can pass on what they know without ever giving any personal details. Computer IP addresses are never traced. Telephone calls are never recorded, there is no caller line display and no 1471 facility.

Claiming a reward

The reward will only be payable for information passed directly to Crimestoppers and not to the police. A reward code must be asked for when calling our charity on 0800 555 111. If you contact us via our online form anonymously, the 'keeping in contact’ facility must be used and a reward code must be requested on your initial contact.
 
More details about the rewards process – at the heart of which is ensuring you stay 100% anonymous - can be found here.

19 June 2026