Man Dies in ‘Brutal’ Croydon Stabbing, Police Launch Hunt

A man has died after being stabbed in a ‘brutal and frenzied’ attack in Croydon, London. 

The victim, 24, was found with multiple stab wounds in Stroud Green Way in Shirley, Croydon, just after midnight.

He was taken to hospital by paramedics but was pronounced dead at 2:45 GMT. His next of kin have been informed.

Detective Chief Inspector John Massey of the Met Police, who is leading the murder investigation, said it was a ‘brutal and frenzied attack on a young man on the street.’

“It is imperative that anyone who can name the attackers or has footage of Stroud Green Road around the time of the incident, contacts us as soon as possible.

“My officers are waiting to take your call and all information will be treated in strictest confidence – your call could help us remove violent individuals from your area.”

Police say that no arrests have been made.