An 18-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a teenage boy was stabbed to death in front of party-goers in northwest London.
Police believe a street fight broke out following a busy birthday party in Brent on Friday,
The victim, 17, died at the scene in Granville Road, around 11.30pm.
Scotland Yard confirmed late on Saturday that an 18-year-old man had been arrested on suspicion of murder, and taken into custody.
Another male, also believed to be 17, was taken to hospital following the incident on Friday, as was a woman in her early 20s who had suffered a hand injury.
A crime scene remained in place on Saturday night, while police urged any witnesses to come forward.
Officers have launched a murder investigation following a stabbing last night
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Detective Chief Inspector Mark Rogers, of the Metropolitan Police said: “We believe that there was a fight following a birthday party, which would have been attended by a number of people.
“I would urge anyone who was there, and who has not yet spoken with officers, to please come forward. It is vital that we establish what happened.
“I would also ask that anyone who may have captured any of last night’s events on their phone to also contact officers.”
The teenage victim’s family has been informed.
Chief Superintendent Dan Knowles said: “I know that the community will be shocked by this incident in which a young man has lost his life.
“We shall be working with our colleagues from Specialist Crime to ensure that this investigation proceeds as quickly and thoroughly as possible.
“Local residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the area and I would encourage anyone with information, or concerns, to speak with them.”
