Three people have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a man after a stabbing at a retail park
Three people have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man in his 20s was stabbed to death in a South London retail park.
The Metropolitan Police were called to reports of a stabbing at Valley Retail Park at around 1.15am on Sunday, February 15.
Officers and paramedics found three men with stab wounds at the scene in Hesterman Way, Croydon. They were all taken to hospital, where a 22-year-old sadly died.
The two other men, both 21, have been arrested of affray. One remains in hospital with life-threatening injuries and the other is now in police custody according to the force.
Two women, both aged 25, and a 28-year-old man, have been arrested on suspicion of murder on the afternoon of Sunday, February 15 and remain in police custody.
Another two women, aged 21 and 22, were later arrested on suspicion of affray. The 21-year-old woman has been released on bail while enquiries continue and the 22-year-old woman remains in police custody.
Detective Chief Inspector Alex Gammampila, who is leading this investigation has said: “Our thoughts remain with the victim’s family at this hugely difficult time, we cannot begin to imagine what they are going through.
“We understand that this incident will be distressing to the local community. My officers continue to work at pace to unpick the events that unfolded and to apprehend those responsible.
“We urge anyone who may have knowledge of the incident to get in touch with police immediately.”
A crime scene remains in place and officers are continuing to make enquiries.
Anyone with any information with any information is asked to call 101 quoting ref CAD511/15Feb. Anyone who wishes to remain anonymous can speak to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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