London fatal stabbing: ‘We need to know what you saw,’ say police as victim named

The teenage victim of a fatal stabbing in south London has been named by police.

Max Moy Wheatley, from the Orpington area, died after being stabbed in the heart on Wednesday September 20 in Jubilee Country Park close to Tent Peg Lane in Petts Wood, Bromley.

The Met was called to the scene by London Ambulance Service at about 2.30pm. Police say the 19-year-old’s family continue to be supported by specialist officers.

There have been no arrests.

Detective Chief Inspector Laura Semple said: “Our thoughts remain with Max’s family and friends as they continue to struggle with coming to terms with him being taken from them in such a violent way.

“My team is continuing to work in the area, and we are reviewing local CCTV footage to try and establish exactly what happened.

“Today, I am again asking for your help. Were you in the area at the time of the attack? We need to know what you saw or heard. Has someone told you anything that might help us?

“Please come forward and speak with officers, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

Detectives would like to hear from anyone who may have captured events on camera or taken images that could assist their investigation. There is a dedicated online portal through which footage and pictures can be uploaded.

Anyone with information is asked to call police via 101 quoting reference CAD 3972/20Sep.

To remain anonymous contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.