A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder after a double stabbing incident in south London. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that officers were called to a residential address in the early hours of Tuesday, 14 July 2026, where they made the grim discovery.
Upon arrival, emergency services found a 24-year-old woman deceased at the scene. A second woman, aged 21, was also discovered with injuries and has been taken to hospital for treatment. Her condition is not yet known.
The arrested man is currently in police custody as investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Detectives are working to establish the full timeline of events that led to the fatal stabbing and the injury of the second victim.
Forensic teams have been seen at the property, which has been cordoned off as part of the ongoing inquiry. Local residents have expressed shock and concern following the incident in what is generally considered a quiet neighbourhood.
The Metropolitan Police have appealed for anyone with information that could assist their investigation to come forward. This tragic event underscores the ongoing challenges faced by communities and law enforcement in tackling violent crime in the capital.