Shazad Khan, 41, was allegedly set upon by Zaher Zaarour while he was plying his trade in Monks Park in Wembley on the evening of Tuesday August 19.

At about 6pm, Mr Khan was in his van when he was approached by the defendant who engaged him in a discussion, it is claimed.

He moved off but was approached again by Zaarour and words were exchanged, prosecutor Jacob Hallam KC said on Wednesday.

Outlining the incident in court, Mr Hallam said: “Mr Khan went to his van and turned his back on the defendant and started to take off his apron.

“The defendant pulled out a large knife, about 16cm in length and 3cm wide, which he had down his trousers.

“He reached round the front of Mr Khan and stabbed him to the right side of his chest. That blow alone caused catastrophic injuries to Mr Khan. Th

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