A 76-year-old pensioner has tragically died following a robbery at a cash machine in north London. Jalal Khan was attacked on October 30 while withdrawing money outside a post office on High Street in Ponders End. He sustained a serious head injury during the ambush and was taken to hospital in critical condition. Sadly, he passed away on November 19.

Described by family and friends as a "lovely, kind-hearted, peaceful gentleman," Jalal lived just a short distance from the scene of the incident. A police statement confirmed that officers were called to the location shortly after 11am on the day of the attack. They found Jalal with head injuries, and he was transported to hospital by the London Ambulance Service.

His family is currently receiving support from specialist officers, who have requested privacy during this difficult time. A post office worker recounted that Jalal was well-known in the area, stating, "We would see him up and down the road all the time; he had his routine. He was a very kind man who never had any problems with anyone. It’s terrible that this has happened to him."

Rasel Alam, owner of the Enfield Food Hall, paid tribute to Jalal, calling him "the kindest most peaceful gentleman you could ever meet." Alam added, "He was always smiling and was a well-known and respected member of the community. We are all heartbroken. He was a regular at the mosque and a friend to everyone. We will miss him."

A neighbour described Jalal as "a kind old gentleman" and expressed disbelief that such a violent act could occur so close to his home.

In the wake of the incident, police have gathered CCTV and doorbell footage from the area. Jaesis Boatswain, 40, from Swan Walk in Enfield, has been charged with grievous bodily harm, assault, robbery, and threatening a person with a knife in connection with the case. He appeared at Highbury Magistrates’ Court on November 6 and has been remanded in custody. His next court appearance is scheduled for December 10 at Wood Green Crown Court.

Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the incident to contact police on 101 or to reach out anonymously to Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.