Teenager stabbed to death on Twickenham playing field
Police were called around 16.45 on Tuesday afternoon
Police say an 18 year-old man was fatally stabbed on a playing field in Twickenham yesterday afternoon.
The Met say they believe a number of people "filmed events as they unfolded".
Police were called at 16:45hrs on Tuesday, 12 October to reports of a stabbing in Craneford Way, Twickenham.
Officers and London Ambulance Service (LAS) attended.
They found an 18-year-old man who is believed to have sustained knife wounds.
He was taken to hospital where he was pronounced dead just over an hour later.
His family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
Detective Chief Inspector Vicky Tunstall said:
“The incident occurred in a playing field area and was witnessed by a number of people. Some of those people are believed to have filmed events as they unfolded; I ask that any videos are not shared via social media to avoid causing the young man’s family any more distress at this already incredibly difficult time for them.
“Instead, please go to the police immediately. A number of people have spoken to us, but we need to hear from anyone who has information that could help.
“We’re working to establish the motive behind this tragic incident and following a number of leads. If you believe you can help us, then please make contact.”
Chief Superintendent Elisabeth Chapple, commander for policing in south-west London, said:
“Our thoughts are with the young victim and his family at this awful time. No young person should lose their life in London and we will do all we can to support out colleagues with their investigation.
“Local residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the area. If anyone has any concerns, or information that could help, I encourage them to contact those officers and tell us what they know.”
Anyone who witnessed this incident or has footage is asked to call police on 101 or Tweet @MetCC quoting 5697/12OCT.