19 April 2024 07:20 Murder investigation launched following stabbing in Waltham Forest A murder investigation has been launched after a man died following a stabbing at an address in Waltham Forest.

A murder investigation has been launched following a stabbing in Waltham Forest.

Police were called at about 23:15hrs on Thursday, 18 April to South Birkbeck Road, E11 following reports of a fight.

Officers attended and found a man suffering stab injuries. They provided emergency first aid alongside paramedics from the London Ambulance Service. Despite their efforts, the man, who is believed to be in his 30s, sadly died at the scene.

His next of kin are yet to be informed.

A post-mortem examination will be held in due course.

A crime scene remains in place.

One man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder. He has been taken to an east London police station where he remains in custody.

Anyone with information is asked to call police via 101 quoting reference CAD 8087/18Apr. You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.