Enfield murder probe: Man fatally stabbed in north-London flat
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Police are appealing for information from anyone who may have seen anything suspicious in Lockhart Close, Derby Road, Lincoln Road and the surrounding area
A murder investigation has been launched after a man was stabbed in a flat in north London.
Met Police was called to the communal area of flats in Lockhart Close, Enfield, on Friday at 19:28 GMT, after reports a 66-year-old man had been critically injured.
The ambulance service also attended but he died at the scene.
Detectives are seeking to inform the man's next of kin as they continue their inquiries.
Det Ch Insp Laura Nelson, said: "I know that local people will be extremely concerned by this tragic incident, and I can assure them that dedicated detectives are investigating.
"We will do everything possible to find whoever was responsible for this killing."
She added: "I am grateful to the local residents who assisted officers last night and this morning as our investigation commenced.
"They will continue to see police working in the area, including forensic officers and other specialists who are supporting what will be a painstaking murder investigation."
The deceased has not been formally identified and a post-mortem examination has yet to be arranged.
Police are appealing for information from anyone who may have seen anything suspicious in Lockhart Close, Derby Road, Lincoln Road and the surrounding area on Friday evening.
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