A 21-year-old Ghanaian, identified as Thomas Oduro, has been stabbed to death in north London, prompting a murder investigation by the Metropolitan Police.
The incident happened on Friday, 13 November 2026, along Lordship Lane in Haringey. Emergency services were called shortly after 6pm following reports that a man had been attacked.
Paramedics attended the scene but could not save him, and he was pronounced dead there, the BBC reported.
The Metropolitan Police later named the victim as Thomas Oduro, from Tottenham, and said his next of kin had been informed.
Detective Chief Inspector Phil Clarke, who is leading the investigation, expressed condolences to the bereaved family. He said they had suffered a “devastating loss” and were being supported by specialist officers.
DCI Clarke said investigations were continuing at the scene, and that an increased police presence was expected in the area over the coming days.
He appealed to anyone who was around Lordship Recreation Ground at about 6pm on Friday, or who has information that may be relevant, to assist detectives.
Police urged witnesses to contact them on 101 or to give information anonymously through Crimestoppers.
Local reports said no arrests had been made at the time of publication. A police cordon was set up near Lordship Recreation Ground, according to the Evening Standard.
