Trafalgar Square murder: Two 19-year-olds arrested after man stabbed to death

Scene: The man was knifed to death near Trafalgar Square
Met Police
Mark Chandler29 December 2016
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Police have arrested two 19-year-olds after a man was stabbed to death during a morning attack near Trafalgar Square.

The victim, aged in his 30s, was knifed at some point between 7.05am and 7.15am on Tuesday.

After the killing in Adelaide Street, police descended on the area around the famous St Martin-in-the-Fields church.

The man, who has not yet been named, was pronounced dead at the scene around an hour after they arrived.

The area, yards from London's world famous square, was cordoned off for several hours while an investigation was carried out.

On Thursday, police arrested two men, both aged 19, on suspicion of murder.

They are both being quizzed by detectives in London.

Meanwhile, police are continuing to appeal for witnesses who may have seen a fight before the stabbing took place.

Any witnesses should call the incident room on 020 8358 0400, via 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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