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Murder investigation after man stabbed to death in southeast London
A 30-year-old man was arrested in hospital as police said the victim died at the scene and inquiries continue.
- On Sunday, June 21, 2026, the Metropolitan Police launched a murder investigation after a man in his 30s was fatally stabbed at Westow Hill in Crystal Palace.
- Responding to reports of a stabbing at 3:39 am, the London Ambulance Service and officers arrived at Westow Hill to find two men in their 30s with serious knife wounds.
- Despite attempts by paramedics and police, one man died at the scene, while the second man was hospitalized with injuries deemed neither life-threatening nor life-changing and arrested on suspicion of murder.
- Detective Chief Inspector Sarah Lee, who is leading the investigation, stated an extensive police presence continues in Crystal Palace as officials examine multiple crime scenes throughout the area.
- Local businesses including Thai Crystal and Craft and Courage remain closed due to cordons, while authorities urge witnesses to contact police on 101 or Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
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The Independent (US)Man dies in south-east London stabbing as police launch murder investigation
Incident occured in early hours of Sunday morning in Westow Hill, Crystal Palace
·London, United Kingdom
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