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Robert Dex

Murder investigation launched in east London

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Police have launched a murder investigation after a man died in east London.

Officers were called to Navigation Road in Tower Hamlets at 8.43am on Saturday morning after the London Ambulance Service were called to reports of an unresponsive man.

Officers attended with paramedics and found a 22-year-old man who was pronounced dead at the scene.

His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers. A post-mortem examination will be arranged in due course.

The investigation is being led by homicide detectives from Specialist Crime. There has been no arrest at this early stage.

Anyone with information should call 101, giving the reference 2171/06NOV.

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

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