Croydon stabbing: Police launch murder probe after knife attack at south London station

A murder probe has been launched after a stabbing in south London.

British Transport Police (BTP) scrambled to East Croydon station after it was reported someone was stabbed during rush hour on Monday.

A young man was pronounced dead at the scene at around 5pm, BTP said. His age has not been officially confirmed.

Speaking to MyLondon, Croydon Council leader Tony Newman said: "My thoughts and all our thoughts are with what I understand is the 18-year-old victim of a stabbing in Croydon which has now become a fatality.

“I know the ambulance has been on the scene as has the borough commander. All our thoughts are with the loved ones of a young person who has sadly and tragically lost their life in our borough tonight.”

Detective Superintendent Gareth Williams from BTP, said: “Clearly this was a deeply shocking incident, outside a very busy transport hub in Croydon. Tragically, a young man has lost his life tonight and I know this will be heart-breaking news for his family.

"We have now launched a murder enquiry and I am urgently appealing for any witnesses to get in touch. We believe the assault happened near the back entrance to East Croydon station near Ruskin Square, shortly after 4.30pm.

“If you were in the area and witnessed any altercation, please contact us as soon as possible.

“Alongside the Met, throughout the evening, we’ll be increasing our patrols in the East Croydon area and we have authorised additional Section 60 Stop and Search powers.”

Rail services and TramLink into East Croydon are not disrupted at this time.

Anyone with information is asked to contact BTP by sending a text to 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 395 of 27/01/2020. Or you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.