Man stabbed to death on London’s ‘Millionaires Row’ named as police hunt killer

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference CAD 8475/16SEP

A 28-year-old man has died after being stabbed on a leafy central London street known as ‘Millionaires’ Row’, sparking a murder hunt by Scotland Yard detectives.

Reece Salmon was found with stab wounds in Lloyd Baker Street in Clerkenwell, Islington, after police were called to reports of an attack at 11.20pm on Wednesday.

Emergency services rushed Mr Salmon to hospital, but he died on Thursday. His family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers. No arrests have been made, with detectives now appealing for information as they investigate the killing, The Mirror reports.

“We are utterly devastated by this loss”, Mr Salmon’s family described in a statement. “Reece was a loving partner and son, and he leaves behind many friends and loved ones. It is impossible to put our loss into words.”

Lloyd Baker Street, lined with Grade II-listed Georgian townhouses, is regarded as one of Clerkenwell’s most sought-after residential addresses. Floral tributes have been left at the scene by friends and family in memory of Mr Salmon.

Detectives have launched a murder investigation following the attack and secured additional stop-and-search powers across the area as efforts to trace those responsible continue.

The Section 60 order allows officers to stop and search individuals without the usual requirement for reasonable grounds for suspicion. It was in place in the Caledonian Road, Clerkenwell and Hoxton areas from 4pm on Friday until 6am on Saturday.

Chief Superintendent Jason Stewart, who leads policing in the area, said: “This is a tragic incident, and our thoughts remain with the family and friends of the young man who has lost his life. You can expect to see additional officers in the area providing visible reassurance and working with partners to keep the public safe.

“The victim was found in a residential street, and members of the public may have information of vital importance to our investigation. If you can help, please come forward.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference CAD 8475/16SEP. Information can also be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via the Crimestoppers website.

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