Stab sufferer, 21, pictured for first time as struggle footage emerges
Finbar Sullivan, 21, was one of two men knifed at tourist hotspot Primrose Hill on Tuesday as sunseekers flocked to the beauty spot to enjoy the warm weather, sparking a murder probe
Finbar Sullivan, 21, was stabbed to death at tourist hotspot Primrose Hill on Tuesday(Image: PA)
A man stabbed to death at a London beauty spot in broad daylight has been pictured for the first time. Finbar Sullivan, 21, was one of two men knifed at tourist hotspot Primrose Hill on Tuesday (March 7).
Police were called following reports of a fight at North London’s Primrose Hill viewpoint. Finbar was treated by the ambulance service treated stab wounds but he was tragically pronounced dead at the scene, sparking a murder probe.
Another man in his 20s was found nearby with stab wounds. He was taken to hospital but his injuries were not believed to be life threatening or life-changing. No arrests have been made.
It comes as shocking video footage emerge showing the fight that lead to the horror double stabbing. Several young men can be seen fighting in the footage as shocked sunseekers watched on.
At one point, one of the youths appears to pull out a knife and begins threatening another person. He lunges towards them before quickly backing away.
The north London viewpoint – famed for its sweeping views across the capital – was packed as the UK enjoyed the the warmest day of the year. Cops and ambulance crews were called at around 6.40pm to reports of a fight at the viewpoint next to Regent’s Park.
Police said they were carrying out a number of urgent enquiries to identify and trace those responsible, including analysing CCTV footage, speaking to witnesses and gathering forensic evidence.
Detective Inspector Andy Griffin, who is leading the investigation, said: “Finbar’s family have suffered a devastating loss and our thoughts are with them as they navigate this very challenging time.
“Our investigation is progressing at pace and we are following several lines of inquiry. This incident occurred in a busy, public park and there may be many witnesses who can help us piece together what happened.
“We are aware of footage circulating on social media around the time of the incident, and urge anyone who has any information, including photos or videos, which could support the investigation to urgently contact us.”
Witnesses are urged to upload information to Met Police’s major incident portal or contact police on 101, quoting reference CAD 6448/07Apr. An anonymous report can be made via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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