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Police arrest two men after man stabbed to death in south east London

Police said the victim is believed to be in his 20s.

John Besley
Friday 07 June 2024 07:11 BST
Police have appealed for witnesses (Joe Giddens/PA)
Police have appealed for witnesses (Joe Giddens/PA) (PA Archive)

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Police have arrested two men after a man was stabbed to death in south east London.

Metropolitan Police said officers were called to Carteret Way, Deptford at about 10.35pm on Thursday night following reports of a stabbing.

Despite the efforts of officers and paramedics, police said a man believed to be aged in his 20s died at the scene.

His next of kin have been informed.

Police said two men were arrested on suspicion of murder and are currently in custody.

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 and quote CAD8733/6June.

You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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