By Lucy Caulkett-
A 22-year-old Afghan national has been arrested over a triple stabbing which left a 49-year-old man dead in Milhurst gardens Hillingdon in Uxbridge, the Metropolitan Police has confirmed.
The motive for the stabbing is not yet known.
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Chief Superintendent Jill Horsfall, leading the case in Uxbridge has said: “This was a shocking and senseless act of violence that has left one man dead and two others injured.
“Our thoughts are with the victim’s family and friends at this unimaginably difficult time.
“The incident will have understandably caused concern to the local community, I have deployed multiple officers to the local area, they will be here throughout the week to provide reassurance while detectives work intensely to piece together the circumstances.
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“I understand that there has been a lot of speculation online following on from this incident, we ask that you rely on us for information, and that you do not share sensitive footage.
“If anyone saw, or has any information about the incident, then please come forward to police. We appreciate any information that you may have.
“There will be a crime scene and a heavy police presence within the area over the next few days, I thank residents for their patience.”
The full statement from the Metropolitan Police: “Police have arrested a man after three people were stabbed in Uxbridge, with one sadly dying.
“On Monday, 27 October police were called at 17:00hrs to Midhurst Gardens, Uxbridge following reports that three people had been stabbed.
“Met officers attended the scene alongside the London Ambulance Service, who treated three victims at the scene for stab injuries.
“A 49-year-old man was treated at the scene for stab wounds. Despite the best efforts of the emergency services, he died at the scene.
“His next-of-kin have been informed, and are being supported by specially-trained officers.
“A 45-year-old man and a 14-year-old boy were also treated at the scene for stab wounds before being taken to hospital.
“The man’s injuries were confirmed to be life-changing, but not life-threatening.
“The boy’s injuries were confirmed to be neither life-threatening not life-changing.
“A 22-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and attempted murder.
“He was hospitalised as a precaution after officers deployed a Taser. He was not injured and has since been taken into police custody.
“An investigation has been launched and urgent enquiries remain on-going.
“Anyone with information is urged to call 101, quoting crime reference 5129/27OCT.
“Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 to remain anonymous.”
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