Murder investigation launched as 16-year-old boy stabbed to death in west London

A murder investigation is underway after a teenager was fatally stabbed in west London.

Police found the 16-year-old boy suffering from a stab wound in Bourne Avenue, Hayes, at 1.30pm on Friday.

Officers, paramedics and London Air Ambulance paramedics responded and arrived on scene within minutes.

Despite the efforts of doctors, the young man was pronounced dead on the spot.

A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said: “His next of kin are aware.

“We will ensure they are supported as best we can by specially trained officers. »

A crime scene is in place near Hayes & Harlington station and an Asda supermarket.

At this point, no arrests have been made.

Chief Superintendent Sean Wilson, head of policing in Hillingdon, said: “I am very saddened to confirm that another teenager has lost his life to knife crime on our streets.

“There will be a significant police presence in the area as homicide detectives work to find whoever is responsible for this terrible incident.

“I urge you to come forward and speak to us immediately if you have any information or materials that can help us.”

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has footage or images that could help detectives should call 101, quoting reference CAD 3832/May 24.