Man jailed for shooting dead cousin at family wake (opens original article in a new tab)

A man was jailed for life after shooting his cousin dead and injuring his brother at a family wake in west London. The attacker, Jahmel Joseph, used a shotgun and had a history of schizophrenia. The victim, Jordan Rodney, was described as strong and ambitious by his mother. The court heard that Joseph's mental illness had only a limited connection to his actions. The judge emphasized the brutality of the crime, noting that it was only by good fortune that it wasn't a double murder.

• Man jailed for life after shooting cousin at family wake
• Shotgun used in attack, injured brother and killed Jordan Rodney
• Judge noted limited link between mental illness and actions
• Victim's mother described son as strong and ambitious
• Sentencing included minimum 39 years for murder and other charges