Met police launch murder investigation following a stabbing in Willesden Green

A murder investigation is under way following a stabbing in Willesden Green, North West London.

At approximately 04:16hrs on Saturday, 28 December police were called to reports of a stabbing in Linacre Road, NW2.

Officers and London Ambulance and Air Ambulance paramedics attended the scene.

A man was found suffering serious stab injuries – despite the best efforts of the emergency services he was pronounced dead on the way to the hospital.

While formal identification has yet to take place, officers are confident the victim was a male in his 30s. Officers are working to identify his next of kin and they will be supported by specialist officers.

Road closures remain in place around the scene as work continues to gather evidence.

There have been no arrests and enquiries are ongoing.

Anyone with information that could assist police is asked to call 101 or message @MetCC on X giving the reference 1013/28DEC.

Information can also be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.