Lewisham: Murder investigation launched after woman stabbed to death and man arrested

A murder investigation has been launched after a woman was stabbed to death. Metropolitan Police said officers were called at around 4.30am on Wednesday (January 3) after a man attended a police station claiming to have harmed a woman at a residential address on Parbury Road in Lewisham.

Officers attended the address and found the body of a 32-year-old woman. The man aged 38, was arrested on suspicion of murder. He was taken to hospital as a precaution and will then be taken to custody.

The victim's next of kin have been notified and they are being supported by specialist officers. A post-mortem examination will also take place in due course.

Leading the investigation, Detective Chief Inspector Matt Webb of the Met’s Specialist Crime Command said: “This is a tragic incident that has left a family devastated. While I understand the shock that will be felt by the local community, I would like to stress that we are not looking for any other people in connection with the murder and there is no immediate risk to the public. My thoughts are with the victim’s loved ones at this sad time.”

A crime scene remains in place while enquiries are ongoing. Chief Superintendent Trevor Lawry, who leads policing for the South East Command, said: "We recognise the concern and worry this tragic incident will have caused to residents in the local area and we are supporting our homicide colleagues as they conduct their investigation.

“I would like to thank those living in the area around the crime scene for their patience and understanding as officers and specialists go about their enquiries. My thoughts are with the victim's family."

Anyone with information should call police on 101 or Tweet on ‘X’ @MetCC quoting 856/03JAN. To remain 100% anonymous call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.