Man, 24, stabbed to death in South London as police launch murder probe into ‘brutal and frenzied attack’

A MAN was today stabbed to death in a "brutal and frenzied" attack as he walked along a street in South London.

The 24-year-old was found suffering multiple stab injuries this morning and cops have launched a murder investigation.

Officers rushed to Croydon after being called by London Ambulance Service (LAS) at 00.15am on Wednesday to a report of a stabbing.

The injured man was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital where he died during surgery.

He was pronounced dead at 2.46am.

Detective Chief Inspector John Massey said: "This was a brutal and frenzied attack on a young man walking along the street.

"It is imperative that anyone who can name the attackers or has footage of Stroud Green Road around the time of the incident, contacts us as soon as possible.

"My officers are waiting to take your call and all information will be treated in strictest confidence - your call could help us remove violent individuals from your area."

Next of kin have been informed. A post-mortem examination will be scheduled in due course.