.Police were called at approximately 3.10am on Tuesday, 26 December to reports of a stabbing...

Published: 11:29 am December 26, 2023
Updated: 11:36 am October 8, 2025
Murder investigation underway after stabbing in Hackney

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Police were called at approximately 3.10am on Tuesday, 26 December to reports of a stabbing in Cranwood Street, EC1.
Officers and the London Ambulance Service attended a found a man – believed aged 49 – suffering stab injuries. Despite their efforts, the victim died as a result of their injuries.
Enquiries are ongoing to inform his next of kin.


Four people – two men aged 49 and 42 and two women aged 35 and 44 – have been arrested on suspicion of murder; they remain in custody.

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A crime scene remains in place at the location.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD669/26Dec. You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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