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Mottingham murder: Suspect, 23, held after 74-year-old man stabbed to death in south east London

Police tape stock photo (PA)
Police tape stock photo (PA)

A 23-year-old man is being questioned on suspicion of murder after a pensioner was stabbed to death in south east London.

Police were called by paramedics to an address in West Park, Mottingham, at about 11.50am on Tuesday, where they found a 74-year-old man suffering knife wounds.

He was pronounced dead at the scene at 12.25pm. Next of kin are aware.

The 23-year-old suspect, who knew the victim, was arrested at the scene and taken to a south London police station for questioning.

Detective Chief Inspector Kate Kieran, who is leading the investigation, said: “At this very early stage we retain an open mind as to the circumstance surrounding this death, but, I can confirm that we are not seeking any other persons in connection with the incident.”

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A crime scene remains in place and officers remain at the scene.

Anyone with information that could assist this investigation should call police on 101 or Tweet @MetCC quoting 2489/19JAN

To remain 100% anonymous please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestopper_uk.org.