A 21-year-old man stabbed to death in London’s Primrose Hill has been named by police as Finbar Sullivan. Finbar was found with fatal knife wounds at the scene of a violent altercation in the park yesterday evening. Despite paramedics’ efforts, he died instantly.
Shocking Daylight Fight Caught on Camera
Videos circulating on social media show groups of men brawling in broad daylight, as sunseekers looked on in horror. At one point, a youth brandishes a knife and makes threatening lunges before backing off. Paramedics are seen rushing to aid a badly injured person lying on the ground.
Second Man Stabbed, Injuries Not Life-Threatening
A second man, believed to be in his 20s, was found stabbed nearby on Regent’s Park Road. He was taken to the hospital with injuries that are not considered life-changing or life-threatening.
Police Urge Witnesses to Come Forward
Detective Inspector Andy Griffin said: “Finbar’s family have suffered a devastating loss and our thoughts are with them. Our investigation is progressing at pace. This happened in a busy public park, so we’re appealing to witnesses and anyone with videos or photos to contact us immediately.” Superintendent Matt Cox added: “This is an utterly tragic incident. We’re increasing our police presence in the area and urge anyone with information to come forward.”
London Ambulance Service confirmed they were called shortly before 6.40 pm to the scene and deployed multiple teams, including London’s Air Ambulance.
Despite their efforts, one man was pronounced dead at the scene. Another patient was rushed to a major trauma centre. Anyone with information should call police on 101 quoting CAD 6448/07Apr or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.