Man stabbed to death in Brixton named and pictured for first time
A man who was stabbed to death in Brixton this week in broad daylight has been named and pictured for the first time.
The man has been identified as 22-year-old Keelen Morris Wong.
Mr Wong was found by emergency services with a knife injury on Tuesday at around 4.45pm in Coldharbour Lane, Brixton. Despite their best efforts he died at the scene.
On Tuesday evening a 23-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder after attending a hospital.
The Met confirmed the man currently remains in hospital under arrest.
Detective Inspector Kevin Martin, from the Met’s Specialist Crime department, said: “This awful attack took place in broad daylight, in front of people simply going about their business.
“I don’t underestimate the impact such a horrific incident will have had on anyone who saw it. We have heard from a number of people but I am asking anyone who witnessed it to speak to us, in confidence, about what they saw.
“An arrest has been made and we are making significant progress, but we can never have too much information. Our work to establish a motive is ongoing. Any information, however small, may assist the investigation and allow those responsible to be held to account.
“I am also fully aware that there are a number of videos circulating following the incident, including of the crime scene. I know that these videos are causing enormous distress for the loved ones of the victim, and I would ask people to respect them by not circulating this upsetting footage.”
The Met said Mr Wong’s next of kin are aware and are being supported by specially trained officers. A post-mortem examination will be held later today.
Superintendent Gabriel Cameron, of the Met’s Central South Command Unit, said: “Our thoughts are with the victim’s family, who have suffered such a terrible loss. A young man has lost his life on our streets and the sense of shock is felt across the community.
“Our colleagues in Specialist Crime are investigating, and we will do everything we can to support them. Enhanced patrols will be seen in the area, and people are encouraged to speak to those officers to share information with them.”
A spokesman for the Met said: “A number of crime scenes remain in place at this time. Officers are working to minimise disruption to motorists and thank them for their patience while their crucial work is ongoing.
“Anyone who has information that can help police should call 101 or post via @MetCC ref CAD 5530/03OCT.
“To remain 100 per cent anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
Pictured top: 22-year-old Keelen Morris Wong, killed in Brixton on Tuesday (Picture: The Met)