Man arrested on suspicion of murder after vehicle collision in Greenwich
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering a teenager in Greenwich.
Emergency services were called at around 3.30 pm on March 15 to Academy Road, junction with Shooters Hill, Woolwich, to reports of a man with stab injuries and found the 18-year-old victim in the Woolwich Common area.
Despite the efforts of passers-by, police and paramedics, the man died at the scene.
On March 16, officers arrested an 18-year-old man in the Thamesmead area on suspicion of murder.
He was taken into custody at a south London police station where he remains.
According to the Met there was a collision between a white car and a motorbike being ridden by the victim.
The victim came off his bike and the suspect exited the vehicle and stabbed him. Officers believe both parties were known to each other.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has information, video or images that could assist police, is asked to call the incident room on 020 8721 4622.
If you don’t want to speak to the police, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Alternatively, visit their website https://crimestoppers-uk.org/.
Advice and support is also available through organisations including Knife Free: https://www.knifefree.co.uk/
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