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Police have launched a murder investigation after a man died in a stabbing in west London.
Scotland Yard said officers were called to reports of a fight on Gowan Avenue, Fulham , at 12.27am on Saturday.
The victim, who is believed to be 29, was found suffering from stab wounds.
He was tended to by members of the public before paramedics and police arrived, but was pronounced dead at the scene just before 1am.
There have been no arrests at this stage.
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The Met Police said officers have informed the man’s next of kin and that the Homicide and Major Crime Command have been notified.
The stabbing took place on the same street where journalist Jill Dando was shot dead 20 years ago.
The investigation is the 27th murder inquiry to be launched in London this year and the man is the 18th victim to have been fatally stabbed .
A Met Police spokesperson said: “A murder investigation has been launched and police are urging witnesses and those with information to get in touch with investigators.
“A male, aged 29, was found suffering from stab wounds. He was initially tended to by members of the public. He received further treatment from medical professionals but despite their efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene at 00:56hrs.
“A crime scene is in place and officers are working to establish the full circumstances of what took place.
“Enquiries, including forensic analysis and the review of local CCTV footage at the time of the incident, continue.”
A friend of the victim, who asked not to be named, told ITV News
The man has not yet been formally identified and a post-mortem examination is set to take place in due course.
Any witnesses are encouraged to call the police incident room on 101, quoting CAD 179/16 March.
If they wish to remain anonymous, witnesses can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Agencies contributed to this report
