Mohamed Abotaka Charged with Murder After Wheelie Bin Body Discovery in West London

Mohamed Abotaka, 36, has been charged with murder following the discovery of a body in a wheelie bin in Acton, West London. The victim has been identified as 52-year-old Ali Barzai.

Metropolitan Police officers found Mr Barzai's remains in the bin on December 11 at an address on Perryn Road. Following the discovery, Mr Abotaka was arrested on December 13.

Mr Abotaka, of Perryn Road, W3, was formally charged on Saturday, December 16. He is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Monday, December 18.

The police investigation is ongoing, with forensic teams continuing their work at the scene.