The first images from the scene of a fatal stabbing in Maida Vale have been released, showing forensic teams scouring a residential courtyard for evidence after a man was killed. The victim, aged 40, was pronounced dead at the scene on Friday night.
Scene of the Tragedy
The attack occurred at Tollgate House on Tollgate Gardens at approximately 9.40pm on Friday, December 19. Emergency services rushed to the central London address, but the man was declared dead at the location. As of Saturday evening, Metropolitan Police confirmed there have been no arrests, meaning the perpetrator is still at large.
Photographs shared with MyLondon reveal a significant police presence and forensic investigators meticulously working in the block's courtyard. Officers are seen photographing the area and conducting detailed, hands-and-knees searches for crucial clues that could lead to the killer.
Police Appeal for Crucial Evidence
Leading the investigation, Detective Chief Inspector Matthew Denby expressed his condolences and urged the public for help. "My thoughts are with the victim’s family at this unimaginably difficult time," he stated. "Our investigation is continuing at pace as we work to establish the full circumstances around this incident."
DCI Denby made a direct appeal to potential witnesses: "Were you in the area or on Tollgate Gardens on Friday, December 19? Do you have any mobile phone or dash cam footage of individuals in the area around the time of the incident? If so, please come forward and speak to police."
He also thanked local residents for their patience while multiple police cordons remain in place around the crime scene.
How to Help the Investigation
Authorities have issued specific contact details for anyone with information:
- Call police on 101, quoting the reference CAD 8182/19DEC25.
- To remain anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
The murder adds to concerns about violent crime in the capital, with police under pressure to make a swift arrest. The forensic examination of the Maida Vale scene is a critical component in piecing together the victim's final movements and identifying his attacker.
