Man charged with Putney murder

A man has been charged with murder following a death in Putney.

Rory Talbot, 30 (12.10.94), of Mossbury Road, Wandsworth, was charged on Saturday, 25 January with the murder of his father Mark Talbot, aged 75.

Rory Talbot is remanded in custody to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 27 January.

On Friday, 24 January at 03:36hrs police were called to an address in Deodar Road, SW15 following reports of a stabbing.

Officers attended alongside the London Ambulance Service who treated Mr Talbot.

Despite their best efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Mark Talbot who have been affected by this tragic incident, and who continue to receive support from specialist officers.

Mark Talbot’s family said: “We are grateful for the support provided by police, our neighbours and others. We ask that our privacy is respected while we come to terms with the tragic loss of a highly respected member of the community."