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London Woman Stabbed to Death; Man Arrested
1 Feb
Summary
- A 50-year-old woman was fatally stabbed in Willesden on Saturday afternoon.
- Police arrested a 30-year-old man, believed to be known to the victim.
- Authorities state there is no wider risk to the public following the incident.
Tragedy struck in Willesden, north-west London, on Saturday afternoon when a 50-year-old woman was fatally stabbed. Police were called to Pound Lane at approximately 4pm and discovered the victim with stab wounds. Despite the immediate arrival of emergency services and paramedics, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Detectives from the Metropolitan Police's Specialist Crime Command are leading the investigation. A 30-year-old man, who is believed to have known the victim, was apprehended on Saturday evening and is currently in custody at a north London police station. Investigators have stated that based on their initial inquiries, there is no indication of any broader threat to the public.
Local policing teams in Brent are increasing their presence in the Willesden area to provide reassurance and engage with the community. They urge anyone who witnessed the incident or possesses any information to come forward. Police are asking for anyone with details to contact them, referencing CAD 4731/31Jan.
