A murder probe has been launched after a 39-year-old man was stabbed to death in broad daylight in Brixton.
Police and paramedics scrambled to reports of a stabbing on Brixton Hill just after midday on Thursday.
The victim, 39, rushed to a south London hospital. He was pronounced dead shortly after.
A Met spokesman said: "Police were called at 12.07pm on Thursday to reports of a stabbing at Brixton Hill, SW2.
"Officers, London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance attended the scene and found a 39-year-old male suffering from a stab wound.
"He was taken by LAS to a south London hospital where he sadly died a short time later."
Police say his next of form have been informed and a post-mortem will be scheduled in due course.
A crime scene and road closures remain in place while police invesigate.
Two males have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
The police spokesman added: "They have been taken to a south London police station where they remain at this time.
"At this early stage officers retain an open mind as to motive."
Anyone who witnessed this incident or has information should call 101 quoting 3334/29AUG, Tweet @MetCC or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
