A 52-year-old woman has died and a 32-year-old woman is injured following a stabbing in Shepherd's Bush, West London, on Tuesday morning, August 18. Police have arrested a 48-year-old man on suspicion of murder.
Emergency services, including police and ambulance crews, were called to Askew Road at approximately 8:30am. The 52-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene, while the 32-year-old woman was taken to hospital and is currently in A&E. A condition update is awaited. The identities of the victims have not yet been released.
Investigation underway
Detective Inspector Richard MacKenzie, who is leading the investigation, said: “Our enquiries continue at pace as we work to establish the full circumstances of this deeply tragic incident. Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the victim and injured.”
MacKenzie added: “We believe this to be an isolated incident within a residential address, but we know it will cause concern locally. Our officers will remain in the area throughout today. We will update the community when we can, and I encourage anyone with any information, CCTV or doorbell camera footage which could support the investigation to contact us.”
Scene details
Photos from the scene show a forensic tent erected on the street, with several marked police vehicles and an ambulance in attendance. Reports from the street indicate that the emergency response arrived shortly after the incident was reported.
The Metropolitan Police have not yet provided further details about the circumstances of the stabbing. Officers are expected to remain in the area throughout the day to conduct enquiries and reassure the local community.
Appeal for information
Police are urging anyone with information, CCTV, or doorbell camera footage to come forward. The investigation is ongoing, and further updates are expected as more information becomes available.
