Man in his 20s stabbed to death in Mitcham – Murder probe launched
Police have launched a murder investigation after a man was fatally stabbed in Mitcham in the early hours of Sunday, 20 May.
Fatal stabbing shocks Mitcham residents
Officers were called to Upper Green East near Montrose Gardens and London Road at 3.20am following reports of a stabbing. London Ambulance Service attended the scene and found a man, believed to be in his 20s, with life-threatening stab wounds.
Despite desperate attempts by paramedics, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Police are working to confirm his identity and trace next of kin.
Suspect held on murder charge
Detectives from the Homicide and Major Crime Command, led by DCI Simon Harding, have arrested a 44-year-old man at the scene on suspicion of murder. He remains in custody at a south London police station.
A crime scene remains secured as officers continue their inquiries. A post-mortem is expected to be arranged soon.
Police urge witnesses to come forward
Detectives are appealing for anyone who saw the stabbing or has information to call the incident room in Sutton on 123.
