An investigation has been launched into the fatal stabbing of a man in Walworth.

Police were called at around 10.40am on Sunday 10 November to reports of a number of people having been stabbed in East Street, SE17.

The police went to the location together with colleagues from the ambulance. A man, believed to be in his 60s, was arrested at the scene and taken into police custody.

Three injured people were found. Unfortunately, one man died on the spot. Inquiries are being made to confirm his identity and inform his family.

Two other people – a man and a woman – were taken to hospital for treatment. We are awaiting an assessment of their condition.

Commander Peter Stevens said: “Tragically a man lost his life this morning and officers are working hard to establish exactly what happened and to provide support to his family. My sincere thoughts and sympathies are with them and the other injured people.

“Our investigation is at a very early stage. A man was quickly arrested by police who responded to the incident. At present, although inquiries are ongoing, no one else is being sought.

“The incident is not being treated as terrorism. Inquiries are ongoing, led by dedicated Crime Specialist detectives.

“I want to thank those people who have already shared their accounts of what they saw with the police. I would urge anyone with information or footage, or any witnesses yet to speak to police, to get in touch.”

Anyone with information or witnesses is asked to call 101 or text @MetCC on X quoting 2690/10Nov. To remain anonymous, please contact Crimestoppers.