Murder investigation launched after man, 20, stabbed to death in park

A 20-year-old man has been stabbed to death in a park in east London.

Police were called to a fight in Plashet Park, Newham, at 7.38pm on Saturday.

The man died at the scene despite the best efforts of emergency services.

Two other teenage males were found at the scene – one with head injuries and the other with stab injuries.

Both are in hospital in a non-life threatening condition.

No one has yet been arrested by police.

Officers believe they know the identity of the 20-year-old man and a post-mortem examination will be carried out shortly.

Efforts are underway to identify and inform his next of kin.

Superintendent Dion Brown said: ‘I know this tragic and violent loss of life will cause a good deal of upset among the local community. I share their sadness and their concern, and I send my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the young man who was killed.

‘A murder investigation has been launched and continues at pace this morning, with skilled detectives supported by local officers and specialists from across the Met. This investigation will be exceptionally thorough and forensic in its nature.

‘I urge any witnesses or anyone who has information to share what they know with police. We are determined to work with the local community to establish what happened and to bring to justice whoever was responsible for this senseless and brutal act of violence.

‘Local people will see additional officers working in the area today and in the coming days. If you have any concerns, please do speak with them. They are there to support you and your community.’

Anyone with information can contact the Met Police on 101 or Crimestoppers.

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