Teen Dies in Brutal Machete Attack Near Dagenham Heath Tube
Police rushed to Dagenham Heath tube station at 11:47pm on Friday, 5 May after reports of two groups brawling with machetes. The horror scene ended with an 18-year-old man fatally stabbed.
Emergency Services Tried to Save Victim
Officers and the London Ambulance Service arrived to find the young man with stab wounds. Despite their best efforts, he died at the scene. A second man was also stabbed but is in a non-life-threatening condition.
The victim’s family have been informed. A post-mortem will be carried out in due course.
Murder Investigation Underway – Suspect in Custody
The Met’s Specialist Crime Command has launched a murder probe. A 20-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody.
Detective Chief Inspector James Shirley said: “My thoughts are with the young man’s family and friends. We are determined to bring the person or people responsible to justice.”
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Detectives are urging anyone with information to come forward immediately.
- Check dash cams or doorbell footage for suspicious activity
- Contact police on 101 or tweet @MetCC quoting 8711/06May
- Share info anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or Crimestoppers-uk.org
Several crime scenes remain in place as the investigation continues at pace.
