Murder investigation in Bromley

Following the fatal stabbing of a boy believed to be 19 years old, a murder investigation is underway in south east London.

Officers were called at 2.30pm to reports of a stabbing in Jubilee Park, close to Tent Peg Lane in Petts Wood.

Despite their best efforts and efforts of the London Air Ambulance the teen died at the scene.

Detective Chief Inspector Matthew Webb said: “I am urging anyone who witnessed this attack, or who saw someone running away from the park, to please come forward and contact my team.

“Although the stabbing took place away from local roads, I’m certain that there are people who would have noticed something that seemed out of place or unusual, or someone behaving in a suspicious way.

“Please call us no matter how insignificant you think may think your information is. Anything could help us to identify the person responsible.”

There have been no arrests at this early stage and enquiries continue.

Superintendent Lewis Collins, from the South Area Command Unit, said: “Our thoughts are with this young man’s family and friends.

“This is a tragic incident, which occurred in a quiet area, and I know it will also impact the local community.

“There will be a visible policing presence in the coming days, and I would encourage anyone with information or concerns to please speak with an officer.”

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