Three arrested in connection with Knightsbridge murder

Detectives have arrested three men in their 20s in connection with the murder of Blue Stevens, who was stabbed to death in Knightsbridge.

Two were arrested at an address in Hounslow on Saturday, 12 July.

One man was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder. He remains in police custody.

Another man was arrested on suspicion of murder. He has been bailed pending further enquiries.

Following their arrests, Met officers obtained a warrant to search two properties in Chiswick where significant evidence was recovered.

The third man was arrested on Monday, 14 July on suspicion of assisting an offender. He remains in police custody.

Detective Chief Superintendent Christina Jessah, who leads policing in Central West London, said: “These arrests mark a significant milestone in this complex and unfolding murder investigation.

“We continue to progress at pace. While we retain an open mind around motive, one line of enquiry is now that this may have been a targeted attack.

“Increased police patrols remain active in and around the Knightsbridge area. Please do speak with an officer if you have any questions or concerns.”

A murder investigation was launched after officers were called to reports of a stabbing in Seville Street at 21:24hrs on Wednesday, 9 July.

Met officers responded with paramedics from London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance. Blue Stevens, 24, was found with stab wounds. Despite the efforts of emergency services, he sadly died at the scene.

His next-of-kin continue to be supported by specialist officers.

Please call police on 0208 721 4961 referencing CAD 8521/09JUL if you were a witness or have any information which might help.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.