Overview
- The Metropolitan Police launched a murder investigation after a man in his late 20s was fatally stabbed on Downs Park Road in Hackney, and he died at the scene despite paramedics' efforts.
- Police were called following reports of a stabbing and say enquiries are at an early stage with no arrests made and a large police presence remaining in the area.
- Detective Chief Inspector Wayne Jolley said officers are working to identify those responsible and will stay in the neighbourhood to pursue leads.
- Detective Chief Superintendent Brittany Clarke said the attack occurred close to Mossbourne Community Academy and Hackney Downs Park but is being treated as an isolated incident that does not involve pupils.
- The victim's family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers, and the Met is urging anyone with information to call 101 quoting reference 4139/13JUL or contact Crimestoppers anonymously.