Police have launched a murder investigation after a man in his 30s was fatally stabbed on a London street in the early hours of Sunday, June 21. The incident occurred on Westow Hill in Crystal Palace, where officers were called by the London Ambulance Service at 3:39 a.m. following reports of a stabbing.
Victim Pronounced Dead at Scene
Upon arrival, officers discovered a man believed to be in his 30s with serious stab wounds. Despite immediate medical attention from police and paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene. A second man, also in his 30s, was treated at the scene and taken to hospital with injuries later deemed neither life-threatening nor life-changing. That individual has since been arrested on suspicion of murder.
Police Statement and Arrest
In a statement, the Metropolitan Police confirmed: "A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Crystal Palace. Police were called to Westow Hill at 03:39hrs on Sunday, 21 June by the London Ambulance Service following reports of a stabbing. Officers arrived to find a man in his 30's with serious injuries. He was treated on scene before being conveyed to hospital where his injuries have been deemed as neither life-threatening nor life-changing. Shortly after the initial report, officers located another man, believed to be in his 30's in the Westow Hill area with stab wounds. Despite the best attempts of police and the London Ambulance Service he was later pronounced dead at the scene. The 30-year-old man in hospital has since been arrested on suspicion of murder."
Investigation Underway
Detective Chief Inspector Sarah Lee, leading the investigation, said: "Our officers responded quickly alongside the London Ambulance Service who did everything possible to help the victim. This is a fast-moving investigation and residents in Crystal Palace will continue to notice an extensive police presence today as our enquiries continue. There are a number of scenes in place, and I encourage anyone who may information or concerns to contact us."
Appeal for Information
Authorities are urging anyone with information or footage to contact police on 101, quoting CAD 1302/21JUN26. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
