Two Arrested After Fatal Stabbing of Ayowale Aledejana in New Cross
Overview
Police have arrested two people on suspicion of murder following the fatal stabbing of 26-year-old Ayowale Aledejana at a residential address in Monson Road, New Cross.
Emergency services were called to the property at 19:26hrs on Saturday, 2 August, where they found Ayowale suffering from stab wounds. Despite the efforts of officers, %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_0%% Ambulance Service crews, and medics from London's Air Ambulance, he sadly died at the scene.
Ayowale, from South Norwood, %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_1%%, has been formally identified. His %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_2%% is being supported by specially trained officers.
Two in Custody for Murder
A 23-year-old man and a 23-year-old woman have been arrested on suspicion of murder. Both remain in custody as Detectives from the Met's Specialist Crime Command continue their investigation.
Detective Chief Inspector Lucie Card said:
"Our thoughts are with Ayowale’s family and friends at this difficult time.
I understand this incident will be concerning and we are carrying out a fast-paced and thorough investigation to establish the circumstances.
I would encourage anyone who has not yet spoken to us to come forward."
Witness Appeal
Police are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact them:
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Call 101, quoting reference 6271/02AUG
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Message @MetCC on X (formerly Twitter)
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Contact Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111 or via %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_3%%
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