There have been two fatalities from a total of five stabbings and two shootings
Londoners have been left ‘panicked’ after a horrifying 24 hours of crime in the capital. There have been two fatalities from a total of five stabbings, including a woman killed in her home and a man knifed-to-death in a triple stabbing in Uxbridge. A double shooting in East London has also left two men in hospital.
The shocking spate of crime has left Londoners feeling unsettled. Wisam Salah, 18, who lives near the scene of the triple stabbing in Uxbridge, which left a 49-year-old man dead, said he was “extremely shocked” when he found out what had happened.
He added: “Yesterday I was out, I came home about 7pm. When I came home I saw multiple police cars, I think more than five. I was extremely confused”, he added: “everyone is really panicked.”
Pressure is mounting on Mayor of London Sadiq Khan from critics who say crime in London is spiralling out of control. Earlier this year, Donald Trump criticised Sadiq Khan and said that he has: “done a terrible job. Crime in London is through the roof… And when I see Mayor Khan do a bad job, the stabbings and the dirt and the filth, it’s not the same.” MyLondon has crunched the numbers here to see if crime in London is really going up or down.
Triple stabbing in Uxbridge leaves 49-year-old dog walker dead
A triple stabbing in Uxbridge has left a 49-year-old dog walker dead. Two others were also stabbed in Midhurst Gardens on Monday – a 45-year-old left with life-changing injuries – and a 14-year-old whose injuries are neither life-changing nor life-threatening.
A 22-year-old Afghan national was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and attempted murder. Officials have confirmed that he had travelled to the UK in a lorry in 2020, before he was granted asylum and leave to remain in 2022. The Home Office have confirmed that he is not a resident at an asylum hotel. You can read the full story here.
Around 100 people walked quietly to the scene of the stabbing to lay flowers and light candles following the attack. Police have now warned people to stop sharing footage of the knifing online.
Chief Superintendent Jill Horsfall said: “This was a shocking and senseless act of violence that has left one man dead and two others injured. Our thoughts are with the victim’s family and friends at this unimaginably difficult time.
“The incident will have understandably caused concern to the local community. I have deployed multiple officers to the local area, they will be here throughout the week to provide reassurance while detectives work intensely to piece together the circumstances.
“I understand that there has been a lot of speculation online following on from this incident. We ask that you rely on us for information, and that you do not share sensitive footage. If anyone saw or has any information about the incident, then please come forward to police. We appreciate any information that you may have.
“There will be a crime scene and a heavy police presence within the area over the next few days, I thank residents for their patience.”
Anyone with information can call police on 101 quoting the reference 5129/27OCT, or to remain anonymous contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or online.
Middle-aged woman stabbed to death in her South London home
A middle-aged woman has been stabbed to death in her South London home. The 42-year-old was found dead with multiple stab wounds at her house in Upper Tulse Hill at around 4.15pm on Monday.
Officers rushed to High Trees, in the St Martin’s Estate, Lambeth, after emergency workers were threatened with a knife.
Police forced entry into the home and tasered a man, 59, who was arrested on suspicion of suspicion of murder, grievous bodily harm and threats to kill after refusing to put down a knife. The suspect is in custody. You can read the full story here.
Anyone who has information that could help police should contact 101 quoting CAD 5268/27Oct. Anyone who wishes to remain anonymous can speak to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Chief Superintendent Emma Bond, who leads policing for Lambeth, said: “This is a deeply shocking crime and our thoughts go out to the family and friends of the woman who sadly died.
“Our officers have arrested a man, who remains in custody, and are working at pace to piece together what happened.
“We realise this is particularly disturbing for those living in the local area. Residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the coming days and are encouraged to reach out to officers if they have any concerns.”
Double shooting in East London leaves two in hospital
Two men are in hospital after a double shooting near Victoria Park on Monday at around 9.20pm. A man in his 20s was discovered on the residential street, and rushed to a major trauma centre. The Metropolitan Police say his injuries are neither life-changing or life-threatening.
A second man, also aged in his 20s, later self-presented at hospital with gunshot injuries. He is also in a stable condition. You can read the full story here.
Police say that there have not yet been any arrests in connection with the incident. The Metropolitan Police is now urging anyone with information about last night’s double shooting to come forward.
Witnesses should contact 101, quoting crime reference 7449/27OCT. Anonymous reports can also be made to Crimestoppers via 0800 555 111 or the charity’s website.
Young man knifed to death on residential South London road
A man, in his 20s, has died after being stabbed in South East London yesterday. He was rushed to hospital from Hither Green Lane after paramedics were called there at around 3.20pm. He later died in hospital.
Formal identification and a post-mortem examination will take place in due course. Police have not yet made any arrests. You can read the full story here.
Residents were told to “avoid the area” after the stabbing. Councillor Yemisi Anifowose, for the Hither Green ward, posted to X: “The Police have informed the Council of a stabbing incident that has happened on Hither Green Lane. As a result, Hither Green Lane has been closed, please avoid the area. Bus 181 & 225 are also on diversion.”
Superintendent Nick Jowett, of the Met’s Royal Borough of Greenwich Policing team said: “Our thoughts are with the victim’s family at this distressing time.
“Although we are in the very early stages of the investigation, I can assure you that detectives are working at pace to identify those responsible for this senseless attack.
“In the meantime, local residents can expect to see an increased police presence across the area. Please speak to them if you have any concerns.”
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