Police are searching for information after an 18-year-old man was stabbed to death in Peckham on Saturday night (14 February).
Police were called to reports of an assault on Rye Lane, near the junction with Heaton Road, at 7:09 pm on Saturday.
The Met and the London Ambulance Service treated a man for wounds before taking him to hospital, where he was sadly pronounced dead.
The victim’s next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
No arrests have been made at this stage.
Superintendent Gabriel Cameron, from the Met’s Central South Command, said yesterday morning: “No one should lose their life because of knife crime. This morning, family and friends are waking up without their loved one. Our thoughts are with them at this incredibly difficult time.
“We understand the impact a crime like this has on the community and you can expect to see an increased police presence in the area. If you are a local resident, please do share any concerns with our officers on the ground.
“In the meantime, our detectives are working meticulously to identify those responsible, and piece together what happened.”
Police are particularly interested in hearing from anyone who was near Rye Lane on Saturday, 14 February between 18:30hrs and 19:30hrs.
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Those with information are urged to contact the Met via 101, quoting 6065/14Feb. Anyone who wishes to remain anonymous can speak to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
