Greenwich man jailed for four years over attempted Porsche robbery

Fawaz Oyedeji, of Leonard Robbins Path in Greenwich, has been sentenced to four years’ imprisonment. He was convicted of attempted robbery and possession of an imitation firearm with intent to commit an indictable offence. The conviction followed a trial at Inner London Crown Court where a jury found him guilty after 26 minutes of deliberation.

The offence took place on 18 March last year. Oyedeji had arranged to meet the victim at their home in Southwark, where the Porsche was listed for sale online at £72,000. Posing as a buyer, Oyedeji produced what appeared to be a genuine firearm and demanded the car keys. The victim fought back, leading to Oyedeji fleeing the scene.

Following the incident, police were called and began an investigation using CCTV, dashcam, and phone data. Officers also recovered clothing matching that worn by the suspect. Oyedeji was arrested at his home address on 20 March, approximately 38 hours after the attempted robbery.

Detective Constable Alex Long, who led the investigation, commended the victim’s bravery. He stated that the support of the victim, combined with the diligent gathering of CCTV, digital, and forensic evidence, built a strong case leading to Oyedeji’s conviction. DC Long also advised those buying or selling vehicles privately to take precautions and trust their instincts if a situation feels wrong, and to call 999 in emergencies. He added that the police remain committed to tackling robbery and violent crime across London.