Man Charged with Murder of Elizabeth Line Worker in Ilford Station Attack

Jorge Ortega, 61, died from severe head injuries following a December 4 assault; suspect Ayodele Jambgadi, 28, faces updated charges of murder and affray.

• Jorge Ortega, a 61-year-old Elizabeth Line worker, was fatally attacked at Ilford station on December 4, sustaining severe head injuries.
• The suspect, Ayodele Jambgadi, 28, initially faced charges of grievous bodily harm but is now charged with murder and affray.
• Ortega, described by his family as a loving and devoted man, was a customer experience assistant and a member of the RMT union.
• British Transport Police confirmed the incident occurred shortly before 9 pm, with Ortega passing away in the hospital the following day.
• Jambgadi is scheduled to appear at London Crown Court on January 7 to face the updated charges.

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