Crowdfunder for family of Akif Mushtaq - East Dry Cleaners co-owner - tragically killed by dangerous dog

[Jellybeanz]

Good morning everyone,

I wanted to share a crowdfunder link - funds to go to Akif Mushtaq's family - https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/akif-mushtaq-rip---fundraising-for-his-family

I have personally lived in the area for almost 25 years now and have known the brothers who run the dry cleaners for almost that long.

As some of you may be aware, very tragically Akif - of East Dulwich Dry Cleaners (family business on Lordship Lane near the post office) - was horrifically killed by a dangerous dog a few weeks ago. 

https://southwarknews.co.uk/area/dulwich/dulwich-in-shock-after-owner-of-lovely-family-business-dies-in-tragic-dog-attack/

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c7ve32ejqp1o

It was a huge shock for me so I just cannot comprehend what his family are feeling right now. Akif had young children who will be left without a father. He was such a lovely man, always smiling and good humoured - joking about how good his wife's cooking was and how he had gained some weight. We always had a laugh and he was never in a bad mood whenever I popped in.

As it was so sudden and shocking, I think the main thing that the family may need is financial help to get cover whilst they keep the business open but also take some time off to grieve.

As a gesture of support I wanted to set up a Crowdfunder, so if anyone would like to donate it is here:

Please spread the word to anyone who uses the business or who knows the Mushtaq family.

Very best wishes

 

[Jellybeanz]

Would welcome people sharing with neighbours and friends in the area, who may have known Akif / his family who run the dry cleaners... Many thanks

[Steve888]

This is Horrific. And I've seen a few XL Bully's around East Dulwich so be careful.

Does anyone know what Akif looked like? Trying to work out if it was the Taller guy or the other shorter guy with a Bald head and beard. It's hard to go in there and ask of course but not seen either of them for a while.

[teddyboy23]

The taller of the 2. There was a picture of akif on the counter not sure if it's still there.you can go in and ask his brother hadg bad spelling he wont mind 

Edited April 3, 2025 by teddyboy23

[Steve888]

Thx.

[EDmummy101]

On 03/04/2025 at 00:19, Steve888 said:

This is Horrific. And I've seen a few XL Bully's around East Dulwich so be careful.

Does anyone know what Akif looked like? Trying to work out if it was the Taller guy or the other shorter guy with a Bald head and beard. It's hard to go in there and ask of course but not seen either of them for a while.

Akif was the taller brother.. the one always laughing and joking. The more outgoing. Asif the younger brother is a teacher, so doesn't work in there FT. Now helping out are some cousins I believe. Truly awful for his family and friends...

[Steve888]

Thx.