Sudbury Heights Avenue stabbing: Murder investigation launched after Greenford victim dies

Police have launched a murder investigation after a fatal stabbing in Greenford.

Police were called at 5.31pm on Monday (March 11) to reports of a man injured in a car in Sudbury Heights Avenue.

Officers and paramedics found a 27-year-old man with stab wounds. He was taken to hospital where he died a short time later.

Police say enquiries are ongoing to inform his next of kin.

There have been no arrests and a crime scene is in place.

Detective Chief Inspector Jim Shirley said: “While this investigation remains in its early stages extensive enquiries are already under way to identify who is responsible for this murder.

“Officers have been on scene gathering evidence and securing any relevant CCTV which may assist us building a picture of what took place.

“However, I would appeal to anyone in the area who saw or witnessed events, or any local residents we have yet to speak to who has footage which may captured the incident to get in touch immediately.”

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Chief Superintendent Sean Wilson, responsible for policing in the West Area Command Unit, which covers Greenford, said: "I understand and share the shock that this incident will cause local residents. I want to reassure the community the specialist officers are working diligently to piece together the events of this incident and to apprehend whoever is responsible.

"You will see more officers in and around the area in the days following this incident, including local police. If you have any concerns, please speak to them, or if you can help with the investigation then call 101 immediately."

Any witnesses or people who can assist the investigation are asked to call 101 or X @MetCC quoting CAD 5384/11Mar. You can provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.