Newham: Murder investigation after man stabbed to death inside car

A man has been stabbed to death inside a car in east London.

Police were called at 10.11pm on Saturday November 11 to reports of a stabbing at the junction of Victoria Avenue and Grangewood Street, East Ham.

Officers attended along with paramedics from the London Ambulance Service.

A man, aged in his 20s, was found with stab wounds. Despite the efforts of emergency services, he died at the scene. Enquiries are under way to trace and inform his family. A post-mortem examination will be arranged in due course.

A man, aged in his 40s, has been arrested in connection with the incident. Enquiries are ongoing.

Anyone with information about what happened is asked to call 101 quoting CAD 7287/11Nov. To remain anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.