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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Yahoo
Lewisham knife attack: Two arrests after young man stabbed to death in New Cross
Two people have been arrested after a young man was stabbed to death at a home in Lewisham. The Metropolitan Police was called to reports of a male with stab wounds at a residential address in Monson Road, New Cross, at 7.26pm on Saturday. Officers attended with the London Ambulance Service and medics from the London Air Ambulance, who provided emergency medical care. Despite their efforts, Ayowale Aledejana, 26, of South Norwood, near Croydon, died at the scene. His family are being supported by officers. A man and woman, both 23, remain in custody on suspicion of murder. Detective Chief Inspector Lucie Card, who is leading the investigation, said: 'Our thoughts are with Ayowale's family and friends at this difficult time. 'I understand this incident will be concerning and we are carrying out a fast-paced and thorough investigation to establish the circumstances. 'I would encourage anyone who has not yet spoken to us to do so.' Anyone with information about the incident who hasn't yet spoken to officers is asked to call 101 quoting 6271/02AUG or message @MetCC on X.
The Independent
03-08-2025
- The Independent
Murder victim named as Ayowale Aledejana
A man stabbed to death in south-east London has been named as 26-year-old Ayowale Aledejana. Police were called to Monson Road, New Cross, at around 7.26pm on Saturday after a man was found with stab wounds. Officers attended alongside paramedics and London Air Ambulance medics but Mr Aledjana, from South Norwood, Croydon, died at the scene. His family are being supported by specially trained officers. A 23-year-old man and a 23-year-old woman have been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in custody. Detective Chief Inspector Lucie Card, who is leading the investigation, said: 'Our thoughts are with Ayowale's family and friends at this difficult time. 'I understand this incident will be concerning and we are carrying out a fast-paced and thorough investigation to establish the circumstances. 'I would encourage anyone who has not yet spoken to us to do so.' Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 quoting reference 6271/02AUG.
Yahoo
03-08-2025
- Yahoo
Second arrest after man stabbed to death in New Cross
A second person has been arrested after a man was stabbed to death in New Cross last night. Emergency services were called to Monson Road in New Cross yesterday (August 2) at around 7:26pm where a man had been stabbed at a home in the area. Paramedics treated 26-year-old Ayowale Aledejana of South Norwood, Croydon who died at the scene from his injuries. His family has been informed. A second person, a 23-year-old woman, has been arrested on suspicion of murder, along with a 23-year-old man who was arrested earlier today. Both remain in police custody. Detective Chief Inspector Lucie Card, who is leading the investigation, said: 'Our thoughts are with Ayowale's family and friends at this difficult time. "I understand this incident will be concerning and we are carrying out a fast-paced and thorough investigation to establish the circumstances. I would encourage anyone who has not yet spoken to us." Anyone with information about the incident who hasn't yet spoken to officers is asked to call 101 quoting 6271/02AUG, or message @MetCC on X, or by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, or visit
Yahoo
03-08-2025
- Yahoo
Croydon man stabbed to death in New Cross home pictured for first time
A man who was stabbed to death in New Cross has been named and pictured for the first time. Ayowale Aledejana, from South Norwood in Croydon, was found with stab wounds in a house on Monson Avenue yesterday evening (August 2). Police were called around 7.30pm and arrived with the ambulance service. Despite attempts to save his life, 26-year-old Ayowale died at the scene. (Image: Google) A man and a woman, both 23, have been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in custody. Detective Chief Inspector Lucie Card, who is leading the investigation, said: 'Our thoughts are with Ayowale's family and friends at this difficult time. "I understand this incident will be concerning and we are carrying out a fast-paced and thorough investigation to establish the circumstances. 'I would encourage anyone who has not yet spoken to us." (Image: Met Police) Detectives have released a picture of the victim as they appeal for anyone with information to get in touch. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call 101 quoting 6271/02AUG or message @MetCC on X. Information can be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.
Yahoo
03-08-2025
- Yahoo
Murder victim named as Ayowale Aledejana
A man stabbed to death in south-east London has been named as 26-year-old Ayowale Aledejana. Police were called to Monson Road, New Cross, at around 7.26pm on Saturday after a man was found with stab wounds. Officers attended alongside paramedics and London Air Ambulance medics but Mr Aledjana, from South Norwood, Croydon, died at the scene. His family are being supported by specially trained officers. A 23-year-old man and a 23-year-old woman have been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in custody. Detective Chief Inspector Lucie Card, who is leading the investigation, said: 'Our thoughts are with Ayowale's family and friends at this difficult time. 'I understand this incident will be concerning and we are carrying out a fast-paced and thorough investigation to establish the circumstances. 'I would encourage anyone who has not yet spoken to us to do so.' Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 quoting reference 6271/02AUG.
