Woman stabbed to death in broad daylight in Brixton

A woman was stabbed to death in broad daylight in Brixton, south London on Monday, the Metropolitan police has said.

The force said it was called at about 4pm to reports of a stabbing in Stockwell Park Walk, just off Brixton Road.

The woman, believed to have been in her 30s, was pronounced dead at the scene. Her family has been informed and will be supported by specialist officers, the Met said.

While police officers and forensic science teams worked at the scene, roads were closed and Stockwell Park Walk was cordoned off.

Family and friends of the victim gathered outside the cordon, next to a block of flats. Residents were forced to walk around the cordon, while traffic was diverted. Police requested that people avoid the area.

Witnesses have been urged to call 101 quoting CAD 4278/01 May. To remain anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.