Murder investigation launched in Camden following fatal stabbing

Detectives have launched an investigation into the death of a 44-year-old man on Saturday, 27 September.

Police were called at 15:29hrs to Camden Gardens, NW1 following reports of a stabbing.

Met officers attended the scene alongside the London Ambulance Service (LAS) who treated a 44-year-old man for stab wounds before taking him to hospital.

Despite the best efforts of the emergency services, he sadly died.

Borough Commander Jason Sewart, who leads policing in Camden has said:

“My team are working at pace to establish the full circumstances that led to this man’s tragic death in Camden Gardens.

“Our thoughts remain with the victim’s family and friends at this very difficult time. They continue to be supported by specialist officers.

“A crime scene remains in place and residents can expect to see increased patrols in the local area as we carry out enquiries.

“We urge anyone in or around Camden Gardens to look at any CCTV camera footage and share anything that may be of use with police.

“This was an isolated incident and we do not believe there to be any threat to the wider public."

At this early stage in the investigation, no arrests have been made. Urgent enquiries are on-going into locating a suspect.

We await formal identification and a special post-mortem. These will be held in due course.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 101 stating CAD4558/27Sept. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 in order to remain anonymous.