Mitcham Murder Horror: Man Stabbed to Death in Quiet Neighbourhood

A brutal stabbing has rocked a peaceful street in Maple Close, Mitcham. Police launched a murder inquiry after a 39-year-old man was found with fatal stab wounds on Monday evening, April 28.

Emergency Services Race to Scene

At around 7.30pm, emergency crews arrived to find the victim seriously injured. Paramedics from the 123 community. Maple Close, close to Oakleigh Way Recreation Ground, is now gripped with fear as locals wake up to violent crime on their doorstep.

Investigation Intensifies

A post-mortem is planned, while forensic teams comb the scene for crucial evidence. The Met’s Specialist Crime Command is working round the clock to catch the suspect.

How You Can Help

  • Did you witness the stabbing or notice anything suspicious?
  • Do you have CCTV footage or doorbell camera video from the area?

Contact police on 101 or submit tips via the Met Police website. Every tip counts.

Incident Details

  • Where: Maple Close, Mitcham
  • When: Around 7.30pm, Monday 28 April
  • Victim: 39-year-old man (deceased)
  • Status: Murder investigation with no arrests yet
  • Reference: CAD 6812/28APR

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