A WOMAN has been stabbed to death in London as cops launch an urgent murder probe.
Officers responded to the horror which unfolded at around 11.50am this morning after reports of a knifing in Burnt Oak Broadway, Edgware.
GettyA woman has been ‘stabbed to death’ in London as cops launch an urgent murder probe[/caption]
London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance both rushed to the scene.
A woman, who has not been identified, was treated for major stab wounds.
She tragically died at the scene despite the best efforts of paramedics.
There have been no arrests.
Superintendent Tony Bellis, from the North West Command Unit, responsible for policing in Edgware, said: “I understand the shock and concern this very sad incident will cause. I want to reassure people it will be investigated by a specialist team of experienced homicide detectives, and we will support them in their work to identify and arrest whoever is responsible.
“Local residents will see an increased police presence in the area over the coming days, I would ask the community is patient while officers carry out this vital work. If you have any concerns, please speak to an officer or your local policing team.”
Anyone with information that could assist police with this investigation is asked to call 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD3105/9May.
You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.