A murder investigation has been launched after a 52-year-old woman was killed during a mass stabbing in Shepherd’s Bush.
Police were called to Askew Road shortly after 8.30am this morning, where officers found two women suffering from stab wounds.
The 52-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene, with her family informed, and are being supported by specialist officers.
A second woman, aged 32, was taken to hospital, where her injuries are being assessed.
A 48-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and attempted murder.
He was also taken to hospital as a precaution before being discharged into police custody.
Askew Road was closed for several hours as officers carried out their investigation, with neighbours reporting a large emergency services presence in the area.
Detective Inspector Richard MacKenzie, who is leading the investigation, said enquiries were continuing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
“Our enquiries continue at pace as we work to establish the full circumstances of this deeply tragic incident,” he said.
“Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the victim and injured woman."
Police said they believe the incident was isolated and took place inside a residential address.
Officers remained in the area throughout the day as the investigation continues.
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Detectives are appealing for anyone who may have information, CCTV recordings or doorbell camera footage that could assist the investigation to come forward.
The incident comes as police also investigate a separate fatal shooting in Newham in the early hours this morning.
Officers were called to St Bartholomew’s Road at around 3am following reports of gunshots.
London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance also attended.
A man in his 40s was found inside a vehicle suffering from gunshot wounds, where despite efforts by police and medical staff, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
His family has been informed and is being supported by specialist officers.
A crime scene remains in place on St Bartholomew’s Road while detectives work to establish what happened, as police confirmed no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting at this stage.
Detective Chief Inspector Dan Whitten, who is leading the investigation, said police were working to determine what happened and identify those responsible.
He said the investigation would involve an increased police presence in the local area and appealed to anyone who witnessed anything during the early hours to contact officers.
“Any piece of information, no matter how small, could be vital to our investigation,” he said.
Anyone with information about the Newham shooting, or footage that could assist detectives, is urged to contact police on 101, quoting CAD797/18AUG.
Information can also be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or through the website.
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