A man his 30s has died after a stabbing in Brixton.
The incident happened in Brixton Road near Coldharbour Lane at around 5.10am today (March 20).
Officers and London Ambulance Service crews attended and found a man who had been stabbed.
He was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after.
His next of kin have been informed.
A man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and enquiries into the circumstances are ongoing.
A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said: " A murder investigation is under way following a stabbing in Brixton.
"Police were called at approximately 5.10am on Thursday, March 20 to reports of a man suffering a stab injured in Brixton Road, SW9.
"Officers and London Ambulance Service attended but despite their efforts the man, believed aged in his 30s, was pronounced dead at the scene.
"His next of kin has been informed.
"A crime scene remains in place.
"A man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and enquiries into the circumstances are ongoing.
"Anyone with information that could assist police is asked to call 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD843/20Mar.
"You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
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