Murder Probe Launched After Fatal Barking Stabbing
Police have opened a murder investigation after a deadly stabbing in Barking late on Thursday night.
Man, 24, Dies at Scene after Stabbing
Officers rushed to Crows Road at 11:31pm on 17 May following reports of a stabbing. They found a 24-year-old man suffering from stab wounds. Despite first aid efforts by police and paramedics, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
No Arrests Yet, Crime Scene Active
His next of kin have been informed, but formal identification is still pending. A post-mortem is planned to determine the exact cause of death. The Homicide and Major Crime Command are leading the investigation. No suspects are in custody and the area remains taped off as police gather evidence.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Officers are urging anyone with information to come forward. You can contact the police via 101 or tweet @MetCC quoting reference CAD 9211/17May.
Alternatively, you can phone Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
