Primrose Hill New Year's Eve stabbing: Camden murder investigation launched

A teenage boy was stabbed to death at Primrose Hill on New Year's Eve.

Police were called to the Camden park, where crowds gather each year to watch the fireworks, at about 11.40pm on Sunday (December 31).

Officers administered first aid before London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance paramedics arrived. Despite their efforts, the victim, believed to be a 16-year-old boy, was pronounced dead shortly before midnight.

Police say the boy’s family have been informed and that they will be supported by specialist officers.

A male has been arrested on suspicion of murder. He has been taken into police custody.

Extensive police cordons remain in place as officers conduct forensic examinations of the scene and the surrounding area.

The Met said in a statement: "Officers believe the area was busy with people at the time. If you saw what happened or have information, mobile phone footage or other material that can help us, please call 101 or post @MetCC ref CAD 6649/31 Dec."

To remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

The gates of the park, which has seen antisocial behaviour in recent years, were due to be closed at 1am.