A 33-year-old man has been charged with murder
A man has been charged with murdering a 29-year-old woman in South East London.
Officers responded to reports of a stabbing at a residential address on Trafalgar Road, Greenwich, at 10.20pm on August 27, the Metropolitan Police said.
Halyna Hoisan – known as Lina – was pronounced dead at the scene and her family have been informed.
Scotland Yard said Yurii Muzyka, 33, of Burlington Road, New Malden, has been charged with murder and will appear at Bromley Magistrates’ Court on Saturday.
Detective Inspector Mark Franklin, who lead the investigation, said at the time: “Our thoughts are with the victim’s family, who at this unimaginably difficult time, are being supported by specialist officers.
“We know this incident will cause great concern within the community. While we are confident this is an isolated incident, residents will see an increased police presence in the area.
“If you are concerned please speak to one of those officers on patrol.”
Detectives are encouraging anyone with information about the incident to report it via 101, quoting 8218/27AUG. Those who wish to share information anonymously can speak with Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. The investigation continues.
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