Police launch murder probe after man stabbed to death in communal area of flats

02 March 2024 , 13:15

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Police have launched a murder investigation after a man was stabbed in Enfield (stock image) (Image: Getty Images)

Police have launched a murder investigation after a man was stabbed to death inside a flat in London.

The 66-year-old victim was knifed inside a flat in Lockhart Close, Enfield at just before 7:30pm on Friday. Police officers and paramedics were called and the man was found in the communal area of the block. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Metropolitan Police are investigating the fatal stabbing. No arrests have been made. A spokesperson for the force said: "Detectives believe they know the identity of the man. Enquiries are under way to identify and inform his next of kin. Formal identification and a post-mortem examination will be arranged in due course."

DCI Laura Nelson, of Specialist Crime, said: “The victim was stabbed inside a flat in Lockhart Close and was found, critically injured, in the communal area of the block. I know that local people will be extremely concerned by this tragic incident, and I can assure them that dedicated detectives are investigating. We will do everything possible to find whoever was responsible for this killing.

The 66-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene (stock image) (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

“I am grateful to the local residents who assisted officers last night and this morning as our investigation commenced. They will continue to see police working in the area, including forensic officers and other specialists who are supporting what will be a painstaking murder investigation.

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“I am appealing for information from anyone who saw anything suspicious in Lockhart Close, Derby Road, Lincoln Road and the surrounding area on Friday evening. Did you see anything or anyone unusual? If so, please call police, or to remain anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers.”

Any witnesses can call 101, ref 6185/01mar – or they can remain anonymous by contacting Crimestoppers online or by calling 0800 555 111.

The fatal stabbing occurred just hours after a gun-wielding moped driver opened fire in Clapham, south London, before fleeing the scene. A suspect fired what was believed to be a shotgun while riding a moped during a police chase on Clapham High Street around 4:55pm. Two people sustained shotgun pellet injuries and a third person was injured by the moped. There's no suggestion at this stage that the two incidents are linked.

Henry, who was in the Belle Vue pub at the time of the incident, said his friends were "absolutely terrified" when they heard a "really loud bang." He continued: "It was two guys on a moped. And then they shot through into the pub. I was two tables away from the window. So luckily, I didn't get shot in the head."

Sam Truelove