Murder Probe Launched After Fatal Stabbing in Barnet
Police have opened a murder investigation following a deadly stabbing in Barnet.
The London Ambulance Service alerted officers at around 11.05pm on Saturday, 5 September, after reports of a stabbing on Debden Close, NW9.
Young Man Fatally Stabbed
Officers found a 22-year-old man with serious stab wounds on Martlesham Walk. Despite frantic first aid efforts by police and paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene at 11.45pm.
His next of kin have been informed but formal identification is pending. A post-mortem exam will be arranged soon.
No Arrests Yet – Police Seek Witnesses
The Specialist Crime Command homicide detectives are leading the inquiry. No arrests have been made so far.
Detectives urge anyone who was near the area or saw suspicious activity to come forward. Call police on 101 or tweet @MetCC quoting reference 8540/05SEP.
For complete anonymity, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.
Chief Supt Urges Community Support to Tackle Violence
“This is another tragic and needless loss of a young life on the streets of London. My thoughts are with the victim’s family and friends,” said Chief Superintendent Roy Smith of the North West BCU.
“Our officers responded immediately, providing CPR and first aid at the scene. We will continue to use every tactic, including stop and search, which in recent days has removed deadly weapons from streets in north west London.
I urge communities to support our officers in preventing more families suffering such pain.
Local safer neighbourhood officers will patrol the area in the coming days. Please talk to them if you have any information or concerns.”
