Murder investigation under way following stabbing in Tower Hamlets

A murder investigation is under way following a stabbing in Tower Hamlets.

Police were called at approximately 01:17hrs on Sunday, 15 September to reports of a woman suffering stab injuries at an address in Duckett Street, E1.

London Ambulance Service also attended but the woman, believed aged in her 30s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Next of kin have been informed and continue to be supported by specially trained officers.

Detectives have made two arrests as part of this investigation.

A 32-year-old woman was arrested a short time later on suspicion of murder. She remains in custody.

A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender and remains in custody.

Acting Detective Chief Inspector Ben Dalloway of the Met’s Specialist Crime Command leads the investigation and said:

“This is a tragic incident which has resulted in a young woman losing her life. Those involved appear to be known to each other and were present at the address during the course of the evening.

“While this investigation is in its early stages we have made significant progress and arrested two people. At this time we are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident.

“Officers will continue to carry out vital work at the location and I would ask residents to remain patient while we do this. I would also ask if anyone saw anything or has information that could assist us then please make contact.”

Detective Superintendent Mike Cagney from the Central East Command Unit which covers Tower Hamlets said:

“My thoughts are with the family of this young woman at this very difficult time.

“Following this awful incident, my officers are working closely with our specialist colleagues to understand exactly what has occurred.

“Over the coming days local officers will be in and around Duckett Street to provide any reassurance that the community needs but also as an opportunity for anyone with concerns, or any information about this incident, to speak with us.”

A crime scene remains in place at the address and enquiries into the circumstances remain ongoing.

Anyone with information that could assist police is asked to call 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD480/15Sep. You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.