16/09/2015

Murder Investigation Launched Into Tower Hamlets Death

A murder investigation has been launched into the death of a man in Tower Hamlets on Monday, 14 September.

A man, aged in his forties, was found with critical stab injuries at an address on Greatorex Street. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police had not reported the investigation until the victims family had been informed.

A post-mortem examination will take place at Poplar Mortuary today, Wednesday, 16 September.

A 43-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder. He was taken to hospital for the treatment of a hand injury before being taken to an east London police station for questioning, where he remains.

A knife was also recovered near the scene.

Detectives are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident. 

Anyone with information is asked to call the incident room on 020 8345 3985. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

(MH/LM)

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