Ian Wright's friend named as new dad killed with broken glass on London bridge

A dad who was killed after being stabbed with a shard of glass in the capital has been revealed as a friend of ex-footballer Ian Wright.

Metropolitan Police raced to Richmond Bridge, London, on Saturday at around 4am and found Reece Newcombe, 31, stabbed with what they believe to be a piece of broken glass. He had just welcomed a baby girl in June.

Officers administered CPR prior to the arrival of paramedics before Reece was taken to the hospital. Despite the efforts of all involved, he died later in the morning.

Reece was later revealed to have helped train ex-Arsenal footballer Ian Wright for a charity match.

The 31-year-old was stabbed with a broken bottle (PA)

Reece was pictured with Wright as his devastated family also paid tribute and shared he was "loved by by everyone."

Writing on social media, the family said: "This is the hardest thing for us to write.

"We are truly heartbroken at the loss of our son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin.

"Words cannot describe our grief. Our family is broken and never will be the same again without Reece's larger-than-life personality.

Reece hugging the ex-Arsenal player (Facebook)

Reece had trained Ian for a charity boxing match, it was reported (Facebook)

"As a family, we will make sure his darling daughter Misse will know all about her Daddy and how much he loved her and how much he was loved by everyone."

They added: "We appreciate everyone's love and support. RIP our beloved Reecey Bear."

The family is being supported by specialist officers. A post-mortem examination will be held in due course.

There have been no arrests made yet.

Police were called at around 4am on Saturday to a fight on Richmond Bridge (UkNewsinPictures)

Detective Chief Inspector Katherine Goodwin said: "We believe a number of people watched the incident unfold and some onlookers may have recorded footage on their mobile phones.

"Anyone who has yet to speak to us is urged to come forward immediately. My team are working to provide Reece's family with answers and the public could have valuable information that will help our investigation."

Chief Superintendent Lis Chapple, lead for policing in Richmond, said: "My thoughts are with Reece and his family. We will do everything we can to support our colleagues in Specialist Crime as they work to establish what has happened here.

"A scene will remain in place and my officers will remain posted at the scene and in the area to speak to local people about any concerns they have, or information they might want to share."

Anyone with information that could assist police should call 101 or tweet @MetCC ref CAD 1099/26NOV.

To remain 100 per cent anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.