A murder investigation has been launched after a 17-year-old boy was fatally stabbed in Battersea, south London, in the early hours of Saturday morning, with police appealing for witnesses who may have seen a group of men running in the area.
Officers were called at around 4.20am following reports of a stabbing on Glycena Road after what police described as “a potential altercation.” Paramedics from the London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance attended alongside police and found the teenager with serious injuries. Despite their efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
No arrests have been made at this stage.
Detective Chief Inspector Brian Howie described the investigation as being at a critical stage and made a direct appeal to the public. “I am appealing directly to the public: if you were in the Lavender Hill area between 04:00hrs and 05:00hrs, specifically Glycena Road, Acanthus Road or Pountney Road, and witnessed a group of males running, please come forward,” he said. “Any information, no matter how minor it may seem, could prove crucial. CCTV, doorbell or mobile phone footage may provide vital evidence. I would also urge members of the public not to assume that information has already been shared, any detail could be of significant importance to the investigation.”
Anyone with information or relevant footage is asked to contact police on 101, quoting CAD 1567/20JUN26. Information can also be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
