Finbar Sullivan, 21, has been named as the man who was stabbed to death following a fight in Primrose Hill, north London.
Police were called at about 18:40 BST on Monday to reports of a large altercation in the busy park, where crowds had gathered during warm weather. Officers found Sullivan with knife wounds and, despite treatment from paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Another man, believed to be in his 20s, was also stabbed and was found nearby on Regent’s Park Road. He was taken to hospital, where his injuries were assessed as not life-threatening or life-changing.
Footage shared on social media appears to show groups of men fighting in the park, with witnesses describing scenes of panic among members of the public. Some videos show a person brandishing a knife and moving towards others during the confrontation.
Detective Inspector Andy Griffin, who is leading the investigation, said Sullivan’s family had suffered a “devastating loss” and confirmed officers are following several lines of inquiry. He urged anyone who was in the area at the time, or who may have CCTV or dashcam footage, to come forward.
Superintendent Matt Cox described the incident as “utterly tragic” and said there would be an increased police presence in the area while enquiries continue.
The London Ambulance Service said crews were called to the scene shortly after 18:40 BST and deployed multiple resources, including an advanced paramedic practitioner and London’s Air Ambulance. One person was pronounced dead at the scene, while another was taken to a major trauma centre.
No arrests have been made. Police are appealing for information and have asked anyone with details to contact them quoting CAD 6448/07Apr or to report anonymously via Crimestoppers.