Officers have arrested six men on suspicion of murder as part of an investigation into a fatal stabbing in Clapham.

Police were called at 04:37hrs on Saturday, 25 July following reports of a man attending hospital with a stab wound.

The 22-year-old victim sadly died in hospital despite best efforts of medical professionals. His family have been made aware and continue to receive support from specialist officers.

Shortly after the victim was admitted to hospital, four other men also attended with stab wounds. Their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing; however they remain in hospital receiving treatment. The four men –three aged 22 and one 24– have since been arrested on suspicion of murder.

As part of urgent enquiries, officers also arrested two further men at the hospital on suspicion of murder. They are aged 27 and 23 and remain in police custody.

While the investigation is in its early stages, officers are currently carrying out enquiries in and around Tremadoc Road and Clapham High Street, where the incident is believed to have taken place. Detectives are working to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident and are gathering crucial evidence to support the investigation.

Detective Chief Inspector Sarah Lee, who is leading the investigation said:

“Our enquiries are progressing quickly, and we understand that the victim was stabbed at around 04:20 hrs close to Tremadoc Road in Clapham.

“Those in the area will continue to notice an increased police presence throughout the day as these enquiries continue.

“Officers have arrested six men on suspicion of murder and we are working quickly to establish what has happened.”

Superintendent Mark Gallacher, a policing lead for the area said:

“This is a tragic incident and our officers continue to support the family of the young man who has sadly died.

“We understand that this will cause concern among the local community and specialist detectives are doing everything possible to determine what has happened.

“We are asking anyone with any information or anyone who may have witnessed anything in the early hours to contact us and support with the ongoing investigation.”

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information is urged to contact police on 101, quoting reference 1474/25July.

Information can also be provided anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.