South London Man Stabbed to Death on Doorstep in Shocking 999 Call
A South London man was brutally stabbed to death right outside his home while desperately dialling 999, a court has revealed.
Leon Anderson, 39, was attacked on his doorstep in Maple Close, Mitcham, at about 7.30pm on Sunday, April 28. His wife, Natasha, tragically saw the horrific attack unfold.
Murder Charge and Old Bailey Court Appearance
Kemuel Gambicky-Forbes, 24, of Mitcham, has been charged with murder and possession of a bladed article. Wearing a grey prison tracksuit, he appeared at the Old Bailey on May 6 and was remanded in custody.
Prosecutor Paul Case told the court the stabbing happened while Mr Anderson was still on a 999 emergency call.
“The incident happened on his front doorstep while he was on a 999 call,” Case said.
The murder weapon is still missing but police say it was “a weapon of some significance.”
Judge Sarah Whitehouse KC described the killing as a “spontaneous outburst of violence with fatal consequences.” A plea hearing is set for July 22, with trial dates fixed for January 12, 2026.
Community Left Reeling by Shocking Attack
Local pastor El Safo, 50, has spoken about the devastation in the tight-knit community.
“It’s a very quiet area. I’ve lived here for over 15 years and never seen anything like this. It’s really unfortunate and has caused a lot of panic,”
he said.
He added that his own son was left traumatised after watching paramedics desperately try to save Mr Anderson.
Ongoing Police Investigation and Appeal for Witnesses
Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell of Specialist Crime South said:
“The victim’s loved ones are being supported by specially trained officers. They have our deepest sympathies following this terrible loss.”
The police are still appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward. Call 101 quoting CAD 6812/28APR.
