Six people are arrested for murder after man, 44, and woman, 56, were found stabbed to death in south London bloodbath
- Metropolitan Police and paramedics rushed to Dorset Road in Stockwell today
- It was alleged two people had been killed amid the UK’s nationwide lockdown
- Mohammad Seedat, of Lambeth Council, said colleagues ‘tried to save lives’
Six people have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man and woman were stabbed to death inside a home in south London.
Police were called to Dorset Road in Stockwell at 4pm today after concerns were raised for the welfare of a man.
Officers and London Ambulance Service attended and two people were found inside the address with multiple stab injuries.
Despite the best efforts of officers and medics, a 44-year-old-man and a 56-year-old woman were later pronounced dead at the scene.
Six people have been arrested on suspicion of murder. All have been taken into custody.
Detective Chief Inspector Richard Leonard is leading the investigation, he said: ‘I understand that this is an extremely shocking incident for the residents of this area and the wider community.
‘The investigation is at a very early stage but my team and I are working hard to establish the full circumstances that led up to this tragic incident. If anybody has any information that could help our investigation please do get in contact.’
Councillor Mohammad Seedat, of Lambeth Council, said on Twitter: ‘We are working with @LambethMPS to ascertain circumstances of two people murdered in the Stockwell area of Lambeth.
‘Colleagues tried to save life but were unsuccessful.
‘COVID19 unfortunately bringing out the worst behaviours of humanity as well as the best. Stay indoors, stay safe.’
Other witnesses said on social media the air ambulance had been called to the incident.
One user added: ‘Dorset Road turning back the clocks during quarantine. Hope it ain’t as serious as I heard.’
Any witnesses, or anyone with information, is asked to call police via 101, or the incident room on 020 8345 3775, quoting reference CAD4286/01April.
To remain anonymous, please contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.