Kensington: Murder investigation launched after elderly man dies in Earl's Court

A murder investigation has been launched after an elderly man was killed in Kensington.

The Met Police were called to a disturbance at a property on Longridge Road, Earls Court at 3.06pm on Sunday March 17.

Officers attended the address where they found the 78-year-old victim. Officers conducted CPR until the arrival of London Ambulance Service, but the man died at the scene.

Police say a post-mortem examination will be held in due course and the man has not been formally identified.

A 33-year-old man was arrested at the scene and was taken into custody where he remains.

Detective Chief Inspector Sarah Lee, who is leading the investigation, said: “Our deepest condolences are offered to the family and all those who knew the victim.

"While our investigation remains ongoing, we are not seeking anyone else at this time."

Any witnesses or anyone who can assist the investigation is asked to call 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC quoting reference CAD 4152/17Mar.