Man Stabbed to Death in Broad Daylight in Battersea
Detectives have named the man fatally stabbed in Battersea as 40-year-old Tesfa Campbell from Croydon. He was found with stab wounds on Latchmere Road at around 2:45pm on Wednesday, 3 July. Despite being rushed to hospital, Tesfa died from his injuries at 7:40pm the same day.
Brutal Attack Near Latchmere Leisure Centre
The Met Police’s Homicide and Major Crime Command are leading the investigation. Detective Chief Inspector Simon Harding revealed that Tesfa was walking with another man down Burns Road. As they neared the Latchmere Road junction, the second man suddenly stabbed Tesfa before fleeing on foot.
“We are doing all we can to find out who is responsible for this murder and are appealing to anyone who may have any information, including any dashcam footage, to come forward,” said DCI Harding. “This stabbing happened in broad daylight and we believe there are people out there who can help us establish the facts of the incident.”
So far, no arrests have been made. A post-mortem on Tesfa will take place soon. His next of kin have been informed.
Police Urge Battersea Community to Speak Up
Chief Superintendent Sally Benatar expressed her sympathies to Tesfa’s family and the local community.
“My thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who has died following this tragic incident, and also with the local community who will undoubtedly be shocked and saddened by this murder,” she said.
She added: “We will leave no stone unturned in our search for whoever is responsible. Local neighbourhood officers are on hand, and I urge anyone with information or concerns to come forward as soon as possible.”
How to Help the Investigation
- Contact police on 101, quoting reference CAD 4856/3 July
- Tweet the same reference to the Met Police
- Call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111
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