Man in early 20s stabbed to death in London

Detectives have begun a murder investigation after a man in his early 20s was stabbed to death in southeast London.

Officers were called to Samos Road in Anerley at 12.30pm on Sunday, along with an ambulance and London’s air ambulance.

The victim, believed to be 22, was pronounced dead at the scene at about 1pm. A post mortem is due to take place.

Sky News reports that Cordons were put up and police say an “urgent” investigation is under way.

Efforts are being made to establish the victim’s identity and inform his next of kin.