Tower Hamlets Murder Investigation Launched After Woman Fatally Stabbed
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the fatal stabbing of a woman in an east London residential building late on Thursday night.
Emergency Response
At 11:01pm on Thursday, 26 June, officers from the Metropolitan Police were called to an address on Monier Road in Tower Hamlets after reports of a stabbing. Paramedics from the London Ambulance Service also responded and found a woman in her 40s with serious stab wounds.
Despite their best efforts, the woman was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. Her next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist family liaison officers.
Arrest Made
A man in his 20s, who is believed to be known to the victim, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody. The Met’s Specialist Crime Command has now launched a full homicide investigation.
Police Statement
Detective Superintendent Mike Cagney, head of policing in Tower Hamlets, said:
“We are currently supporting the family of a woman who was sadly killed in the early hours of this morning.
I understand the local community will feel understandably shocked by this news, but I want to reassure residents we believe this to be an isolated incident, with no wider threat to the public.
Although we have made an arrest, our investigation continues at pace to understand exactly what took place.
Residents may see an increased police presence in the area today. I encourage anyone with concerns to speak with our officers.”
Witness Appeal
Police are urging anyone who was in the Monier Road area on Thursday evening, or who may have relevant CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage, to come forward.
Call 101 quoting CAD 9509/26JAN
Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via crimestoppers-uk.org
