A murder investigation has been launched after a 22-year-old man was stabbed to death in West London.
Officers were called to reports of a stabbing in Hounslow at around 1.47am on Tuesday.
They attended the scene alongside the London Ambulance Service at the junction of Bath Road and Great Southwest Road, and found a man with serious injuries.
Despite the best efforts from paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene, the Metropolitan Police said.
At this stage it is believed a row broke out on a nightbus bus prior to the fatal stabbing, the Sun reported.
CCTV from the night bus is being analysed to establish how the young man died and in the hope of finding who killed him, the newspaper reported.
Pictures from the scene today showed a N9 bus to Heathrow Airport behind a police cordon.
Footage showed police officers standing at the scene by a police forensics tent.
A murder investigation has been launched after a young man was stabbed to death in Hounslow.
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The victim’s next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially-trained officers.
No arrests have been made in connection with the incident and a “large crime scene” currently remains in place, with surrounding roads closed, the Met said.
“Our officers responded quickly with London Ambulance Service and did everything possible to help the victim,” Detective Chief Inspector Paul Waller, who is leading the investigation, said on Tuesday.
Mr Waller said: “Our thoughts remain with his family and friends.
“This is a fast-paced investigation and inquiries are ongoing.
“Patrols from local neighbourhood policing team have been increased in the area and anyone with any concerns is asked to speak to officers.
“Any information, no matter how minor it may seem, could prove crucial. CCTV, doorbell or mobile phone footage may provide vital evidence.”
Anyone with information or footage is urged to contact police on 101, quoting CAD 0540/30JUN26.
