Man who died in south London stabbing named

A 27-year-old man who was fatally stabbed in south east London has been named as Sanchini Thompson.

Police were called to reports of a stabbing in Rushey Green, Lewisham at 03:06hrs on Wednesday, 15 October. Officers attended alongside the London Ambulance Service, who treated Sanchini for stab wounds. Despite their best efforts, he sadly later died in hospital.

A post-mortem examination confirmed the cause of death to be a stab wound to the chest.

His next of kin are being supported by specialist officers.

In a written statement Sanchini’s family said: “In loving memory of a son, a father, and a cherished friend, our hearts are heavy as we remember a man whose presence brightened every room he entered.

“At just 27, he was already a pillar of kindness, a devoted father to his beloved four-year-old daughter, and the heartbeat of his family. He gave freely of himself sharing his time, his laughter, to bring joy to others, always prioritising the happiness and well-being of those around him.

“His generosity knew no bounds, and his compassion touched friends, neighbours, and strangers alike. Words cannot fully capture the depth of our gratitude for him and the impact of his kindness on our lives. He will be deeply missed, but his spirit will remain with us in the love he shared and the memories we will carry forward.”

A murder investigation was launched on Wednesday, 15 October, with detectives from the Met’s specialist crime command leading the case.

No arrests have been made at this stage. Detectives are keeping an open mind as to the motive and circumstances.

Detective Chief Inspector Rebecca Woodsford, leading the investigation, said: “We are all thinking of Sanchini’s loved ones at this heart-breaking time. I’d also like to echo previous thanks to residents, who have been incredibly patient while we conducted initial enquiries.

“Knife crime has no place on our streets, and myself and the team of dedicated detectives are working round the clock to ensure we find those responsible for this heinous crime.”

If you have any information about the incident, please contact police on 101 stating 635/15Oct. You can also speak with independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.