Ali Al Har: Two arrests made in Tufnell Park murder investigation
Police at the scene in Corinne Road, off Brecknock Road. Picture: Lucas Cumiskey - Credit: Archant
Cops have made two arrests in connection with the fatal stabbing of a 25-year-old man in Tufnell Park on Tuesday.
Cops have made two arrests in connection with the fatal stabbing of a 25-year-old man in Tufnell Park on Tuesday.
Police believe the victim was Ali Al Har, but are still awaiting formal identification.
Officers from the Homicide and Major Crime Command arrested a 24-year-old man on suspicion of murder today.
They also arrested a 27-year-old man on suspicion of perverting the course of justice and possession of Class B drugs with intent to supply.
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The suspects were both taken to an east London police station where they remain in custody.
A Scotland Yard spokesperson said: “A man aged 25 was found suffering from a stab wound. Officers immediately provided first aid.
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“The victim was pronounced dead at the scene at 10.07pm.
“His next-of-kin have been informed. A post-mortem examination will be held in due course – enquiries continue.”
He is the fourth person to be stabbed to death on Islington’s streets this year.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the police via 101 quoting 8049/18Sep or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Did you know Ali Al Har? Call Lucas at the Gazette news desk on 020 7433 0121 or e-mail lucas.cumiskey@archant.co.uk
