Manhunt after man stabbed to death in broad daylight in front of drivers on busy road

Detectives are hunting a murder suspect who fled after a man was stabbed in east London.

Police were called shortly before 3pm on Saturday, July 6 to reports of a man stabbed on Lea Bridge Road, Waltham Forest.

Officers, the London Ambulance Service and London's Air Ambulance attended. Despite their efforts, the 33-year-old man died at the scene.

His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

A post-mortem examination will be held in due course. Formal identification has not yet taken place.

Detective Chief Inspector Linda Bradley, from the Specialist Crime Command, said: “My team is working around the clock to establish exactly what happened and what led to a man tragically losing his life.

“While we have spoken with a number of witnesses, we need to hear from anyone who saw the suspect running away. Where did he go? If you were driving in the area and have a dash cam, please review the footage in case you captured something that can help us.

"In addition, we strongly believe that people in the area may have information which could assist the investigation and we implore you to make contact with us and tell us what you know.”

Acting Superintendent Jack Callaghan said: “Our thoughts are with this man’s family and friends as they struggle to come to terms with their loss.

“We know that this violent attack will have caused a lot of concern in the local community, and we share that concern. You can expect to see officers in the area over the coming days and I would encourage you to speak with them.

“We are doing everything we can to support the investigation in order to find the person responsible.”

A crime scene is in place and a knife has been recovered.

There have been no arrests and enquiries continue.

Anyone with information is asked to call police via 101 quoting reference CAD 4049/06Jul. To remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.