Murder investigation after man found stabbed to death in block of flats

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Police have launched a homicide investigation after a man was stabbed to death in the communal space of a block of flats.

Enfield Detectives are interesting for info and witnesses following the deadly stabbing in Enfield.

Police had been known as at 19:30 on Friday, 1 March, to a critically injured man in the communal space of flats in Lockhart Close, Enfield.

Officers attended together with ambulance colleagues and found a 66-year-old man struggling stab accidents. Despite their efforts the man was pronounced lifeless on the scene.

Enquiries are below approach to determine and inform the sufferer’s subsequent of kin.

DCI Laura Nelson, Specialist Crime, stated: “The sufferer was stabbed inside a flat in Lockhart Close and was found, critically injured, in the communal space of the block. I do know that native individuals will likely be extraordinarily involved by this tragic incident, and I can guarantee them that devoted detectives are investigating. We will do all the pieces doable to discover whoever was chargeable for this killing.

“I’m grateful to the native residents who assisted officers final evening and this morning as our investigation commenced. They will proceed to see police working in the realm, together with forensic officers and different specialists who’re supporting what will likely be a painstaking homicide investigation.

Any witnesses but to converse with police or anybody with info which will help the investigation ought to name 101, ref 6185/01mar. To stay nameless, please contact Crimestoppers on-line or by calling 0800 555 111.