Dwight Merrick
Case Information & Details
Public criminal case information in the UK indicates that an individual named Dwight Merrick has been involved in legal proceedings related to a murder charge.
Key Facts and Charges:
Dwight Merrick, identified as 35 years old and residing in Hanson Close, Beckenham, was charged with murder, possession of an offensive weapon, possession of a bladed article, and common assault. The charges stem from the fatal stabbing of 44-year-old Shaun Latimer-Kayser (also referred to as Shaun Cody) in Camden Gardens on September 27.
Court Appearances and Proceedings:
Merrick first appeared at Willesden Magistrates' Court on October 3, 2025, where he was remanded to appear at the Old Bailey (Central Criminal Court) on October 7, 2025. A provisional trial date was set for May 11, 2026, at the Old Bailey.
Public court records for case reference 01MP1297725 show several hearings at the Central Criminal Court. These include a "For Trial" hearing on May 20, 2026, and a trial scheduled for June 4, 2026, in Court 15. A "For Sentence" hearing was listed for June 24, 2026, at the Central Criminal Court.
Court Decisions:
As of July 7, 2026, Dwight Merrick has been convicted of murdering a civilian.
Additional Information:
Reports also indicate that Dwight Merrick was deported to Jamaica in 2010 for firearm offenses but subsequently returned to the UK to claim asylum.