Hounslow: Murder probe starts after man is stabbed to death

A 24-year-old died in a stabbing in Grove Road, Hounslow, police said

A 24-year-old man has been stabbed to death in west London, police have said.

Officers from the Metropolitan Police were called to Grove Road, Hounslow, at 01:15 GMT.

Police said the victim was found with stab wounds and, despite the efforts of emergency services, he died at the scene a short time later.

The force said a murder investigation had begun. No arrests had yet been made and inquiries continued.

Ch Supt Sean Wilson, responsible for policing in west London, said: "It is tragic that another young man has lost his life in a stabbing. My thoughts are with his family and friends.

"Officers in Hounslow are supporting the murder investigation and I would encourage anyone who knows anything about the circumstances of this incident to contact us immediately."

Police said the victim's family had been informed and a post-mortem examination would be carried out in the coming days.

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