Kamar Williams, a 33-year-old man from the Isle of Dogs, has been charged with the murder of bus driver Derek Thomas, who was fatally stabbed during the Notting Hill Carnival over the August bank holiday weekend.

Williams was arrested on August 26 at the Notting Hill Carnival after police spotted him, despite initial beliefs that he had fled over 230 miles to Devon or Cornwall.

Following his arrest, Williams was charged with murder and possession of a knife on August 27.

He is scheduled to appear at Wimbledon Magistrates' Court on August 28.

Derek Thomas, 53, was killed in Stoke Newington, prompting a police appeal for information regarding Williams' whereabouts prior to his arrest.

Colleagues at Go-Ahead London remembered Thomas as a 'true gentleman' who was always smiling.

Tom Joyner, managing director for Go-Ahead London, expressed deep sadness over Thomas's tragic loss and extended support to his family.

Derek Thomas's family has been notified of the developments and is receiving support from specialized officers.

The Notting Hill Carnival saw a total of 349 arrests for various offenses, including 102 on Sunday and 247 on Monday, with incidents such as possession of offensive weapons and harassment.

In connection with the case, a 30-year-old woman was arrested on August 3 for allegedly assisting an offender but has since been released on bail.

Go-Ahead London is assisting the police with their ongoing investigation into the incident.