A girl and two boys have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 17-year-old boy was stabbed to death in southwest London.
Police were called at around 4.20am on Saturday, June 20, to reports of a stabbing following a clash on Glycena Road in Battersea.
Officers attended with the London Ambulance Service and London's Air Ambulance and found the 17-year-old with serious injuries.
Despite the efforts of paramedics, the boy was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
His next-of-kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
He has since been named as Jamal Coombes.
Metropolitan Police said a boy and a girl, both aged 15, were arrested on Saturday and a 14-year-old boy was arrested on Sunday.
They all remain in custody.
Detective Chief Inspector Brian Howie of the Met’s Specialist Crime Command, said: “Our thoughts remain firmly with Jamal’s loved ones following his tragic death.
“I understand the impact this incident has had on the local community. If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to speak with one of our officers on patrol in the area this week.
“As our enquiries continue, I am appealing directly to the public. We believe that there was an altercation prior to the assault, so if you were in the Lavender Hill area between 03:30 hrs and 05:00hrs, specifically Glycena Road, Acanthus Road or Pountney Road, and witnessed a group of men running, please come forward.
“Any information, no matter how minor it may seem, could prove crucial. CCTV, doorbell or mobile phone footage may provide vital evidence.
“I would also urge members of the public not to assume that information has already been shared, any detail could be of significant importance to the investigation.”
Anyone with information or footage is asked to contact police on 101, quoting CAD 1567/20JUN26. Information or images related to this investigation can also be shared with police via this link: Public Portal.
Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
