Murder probe launched after man stabbed to demise in east London park

A man in his 20s has been stabbed to death during an alleged fight in a park that left two others injured. 

Officers were called to reports of a heated altercation in Plashet Park, East Ham, at 7.38pm on Saturday, where they found a young man with stab wounds. 

Despite the best efforts of officers and paramedic staff, the man tragically died at the scene.  A murder probe is now under way.

Detectives believe they know the identity of the victim, whom they understand to be 20-years-old. Enquiries are ongoing to identify and inform his family.

Two teenage males were also rushed to hospital, one with stab injuries and the other having sustained head injuries, neither of which are life-threatening.

Emergency vehicles outside Plashet Park in east London on Satuday evening

Forensics teams were seen gathering evidence at Plashet Park today

A police tent erected in Plashet Park, where a young man was stabbed to death on Saturday night

Superintendent Dion Brown one of the senior officers responsible for policing Newham, said: ‘I know this tragic and violent loss of life will cause a good deal of upset among the local community. 

‘I share their sadness and their concern, and I send my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the young man who was killed.

‘A murder investigation has been launched and continues at pace this morning, with skilled detectives supported by local officers and specialists from across the Met. This investigation will be exceptionally thorough and forensic in its nature.

‘I urge any witnesses or anyone who has information to share what they know with police. 

Police at the scene in Plaistow, east London, on Sunday. A murder probe has been launched

Police scoured the scene for vital clues after a young man was stabbed to death just after 7.30pm on Saturday

‘We are determined to work with the local community to establish what happened and to bring to justice whoever was responsible for this senseless and brutal act of violence.

‘Local people will see additional officers working in the area today and in the coming days. If you have any concerns, please do speak with them. They are there to support you and your community.’

There has been no arrest at this early stage. Anyone with information or footage, or any witnesses yet to speak with police, are asked to call 101, quoting reference 6541/27jul. To remain anonymous, please contact Crimestoppers.