Woman in her 80s stabbed to demise outdoors her Plumstead house | UK | News | EUROtoday

A girl in her 80s sadly died after being stabbed outdoors her house, police stated. Metropolitan Police officers have been known as at roughly 8.50am on Wednesday, April 1, to Red Lion Place in Plumstead following stories of a person in possession of a knife.

Officers attended alongside paramedics from the London Ambulance Service, and located on the scene a girl with severe accidents. The lady in her 80s was taken to hospital, the place she sadly died. Another man, police stated in a press release, was additionally threatened with a knife however didn’t maintain any accidents.

A person in his 60s offered himself at a close-by Met police station shortly after 9.10am on Wednesday, the place he was arrested on suspicion of homicide.

He was taken to hospital by officers, the place he’s receiving therapy for non-life-threatening accidents.

The pressure stated that, at this stage, it’s believed the individual arrested and deceased sufferer have been recognized to one another. Officers usually are not on the lookout for any additional suspects.

The lady’s household are conscious of the incident and can proceed to be supported by specialist officers.

Detective Inspector Dean Grice, who’s main the Met’s investigation, stated: “This is a deeply tragic incident, and our thoughts remain firmly with the victim’s family during this difficult time.

“Officers responded swiftly to the initial reports and worked closely with London Ambulance Service colleagues to provide immediate care at the scene.

“A prompt and coordinated investigation has now been launched to establish the full circumstances, and specialist officers are continuing to support the family throughout.”

Detective Superintendent James Derham, who leads policing within the native space, added: “At this stage, we believe that this was an isolated incident and I want to reassure the community that there is no wider risk to the public.

“We understand the impact a crime like this has on the community and you can expect to see an increased police presence in the area. If you are a local resident, please do share any concerns with our officers on the ground or contact 101.”