Police found a 32-year-old woman with fatal stab wounds in Lynmouth Road at 3am this morning

Inset image, Lynmouth Road, E17, Credit: Google Streetview

A man has been arrested following the fatal stabbing of a woman in the early hours of this morning.

Police discovered a 32-year-old woman with stab wounds at an address in Lynmouth Road at around 3am on Monday (22nd July). She was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

A 45-year-old man, who police believe was known to the victim, has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is currently in custody.

Chief Superintendent Rhona Hunt, responsible for policing in Walthamstow, said: “Our thoughts are with this young woman’s family following their devastating loss. Urgent enquiries by officers led to the swift arrest of a suspect who is now in custody.

“We will now work to establish the circumstances that led to this terrible tragedy. Officers will remain in the area to provide reassurance. Please speak to them if you any concerns.”

The murder comes shortly after 29-year-old Renai Belle from Edmonton was charged with the murder of Josh McKay, a father-of-two from Waltham Forest.

He was fatally stabbed on Lea Bridge Road on Saturday 6th July in broad daylight. Friends, family and community members have since paid tribute to Josh, bringing flowers, balloons and family photos to the pavement outside the barbershop where he was fatally stabbed.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101, providing the reference 780/22JUL. Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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