Murder investigation in Islington - council Leader's statement
Cllr Kaya Comer-Schwartz, Leader of Islington Council, said: “I’m shocked and saddened by the tragic news that a 21-year-old man has lost his life following a stabbing on Tufnell Park Road yesterday (Monday, 11 December) evening.
“My thoughts and condolences, and those of Islington, are with their family and friends at this extremely difficult time.
“The Metropolitan Police has launched a murder investigation and we’ll be working with them to support and reassure the local community, including by carrying out extra patrols in the area.
“If you can help with the investigation in any way, then we’d urge you to get in touch with the police or Crimestoppers.”
Further information on the incident is available on the Metropolitan Police website.
Anyone who witnessed this incident should call police on 101 or Tweet/X @MetCC quoting CAD 6283/11Dec.
To remain 100% anonymous, call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit Crimestoppers-uk.org.
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