Murder investigation launched after man dies in east London car stabbing
The victim in his 20s was killed on Saturday night
Last updated 12th Nov 2023
A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Newham.
Police were called soon after 10pm on Saturday night to reports that a man had been stabbed inside a car at the junction of Victoria Avenue and Grangewood Street, in East Ham.
Officers attended along with paramedics from the London Ambulance Service.
A man, aged in his 20s, was found with stab wounds. Despite the efforts of emergency services, he died at the scene. The police say inquiries are under way to trace and inform his family. A post-mortem examination will be arranged in due course.
A man, aged in his 40s, has been arrested in connection with the incident.
The Met are asking Anyone with information about what happened is asked to call 101 quoting CAD 7287/11Nov. To remain anonymous you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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