Police suggest fatal Old Kent Road stabbing took place at residential address as duo arrested on suspicion of murder

Police have said "early indications" suggest a fatal stabbing on Old Kent Road took place at a residential address where those present "were known to each other".

Officers have arrested a 54-year-old man and a 38-year-old woman on suspicion of murder.

Police were called to the scene, near Bricklayer's Arms, at 6.52am and pronounced the 47-year-old victim dead shortly after, on Tuesday, January 9.

Paramedics from London's Air Ambulance and London Ambulance Service attended but could not save him despite their best efforts.

Police have now launched a murder investigation.

DCI Mike Nolan said: "Early indications are that the stabbing took place inside a residential address close to where the victim was found by members of the public.

"While we are keeping an open mind concerning motive, it does appear that those present at the address at the time of the stabbing were known to each other and that there is no wider threat to the public."

Cordons and a crime scene remain in place and enquiries are underway to identify the victim and notify his next of kin.

A post-mortem examination will be scheduled in due course.

DCI Nolan added: "I would like to thank everyone who came forward this morning to speak to police and local people for their patience and understanding as we go about our enquiries.

"If you have information or footage that could assist our investigation please do get in touch."

Chief Superintendent Seb Adjei-Addoh said: "I know that the community will be shocked by this incident.

"Local residents will notice a more visible police presence in the area and I urge anyone who has concerns to speak with those officers as they patrol or contact your local neighbourhood police team.

"Our thoughts are with the victim's family."

Anyone who witnessed this incident or has information but has not yet spoken to police is asked to call 020 8721 4622, 101 or Tweet on 'X' @MetCC quoting 891/9DEC.

To remain 100% anonymous call the independent charity Crimestoppers[1] on 0800 555 111 or visit Crimestoppers-uk.org.

References

1. ^ Crimestoppers (crimestoppers-uk.org)