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Man arrested on suspicion of murder after Mitcham stabbing – South London News
A man has been arrested following a fatal stabbing in Mitcham yesterday evening.
Cops were called to a home in Maple Close, Mitcham, alongside the London Ambulance Service crews at around 7.30pm.
A 39-year-old man was treated at the scene for stab injuries. He was taken to hospital, where he died.
His next of kin have been informed and we await formal identification.
A man, aged 24, has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
He was taken into custody after attending a South London police station this afternoon.
A heavy police presence remains in the area with patrols stepped up to provide reassurance to residents.
Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell, from Specialist Crime South – who is leading the investigation – said: “The victim’s loved ones are being supported by specially trained officers. They have our deepest sympathies following this terrible loss.
“Anybody who witnessed the incident – or who has information – should contact the police on 101, quoting CAD reference 6812/28APR.
“To remain 100 per cent anonymous, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
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