Primrose Hill stabbing: Man, 21, dies in fight in broad daylight at north London beauty spot

A murder investigation is underway after a man was stabbed to death at the viewpoint on Primrose Hill.

Police were called to reports of a fight at the viewpoint at 6.41pm on Tuesday.

Officers attended along with the London Ambulance Service, who treated a man, 21, for stab wounds.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Another man, who police say is believed to be in his 20s, was found on Regent’s Park Road nearby with stab wounds.

He was taken to hospital by paramedics, but his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

The attack is understood to have happened when the popular north London buty spot was busy with people enjoying the Spring sunshine.

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Superintendent Matt Cox, from the Metropolitan Police, said the incident was “utterly tragic” and his thoughts were with the deceased man’s family and loved ones.

He said: “I would like to reassure the local community that the investigation is unfolding at pace and an increased police presence will remain in the area while we carry out enquiries.

“I would appeal for anyone who was in the area at the time and has any information that could help my officers to come forward.”
Police have appealed to anyone with information to come forward.

They can contact police via 101, quoting CAD 6448/07Apr, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

A scene at Primrose Hill remains in place.

The park is popular with residents and tourists for its sweeping views of London.