A 14-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a stabbing in Lewisham.

Gabriel Petrov Stoyanove was rushed to hospital after being stabbed in Bromley Road at 11.50pm on November 4.

The 21-year-old later died in hospital on Saturday afternoon (November 5). 

Following the teen’s arrest, officers have confirmed that there were “two further suspects” also involved.

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Detective Chief Inspector Kelly Allen, from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command, said: “Today’s arrest is a positive development, but we know there were up to two further suspects involved.

“Our investigation continues at pace and we have a number of ongoing lines of inquiry to attempt to identify and trace the other individuals.

"I would urge anyone with information which could assist us to come forward.”

Anyone with information on the incident is asked to call police on 101 and quote reference 8645/4Nov. 

Information can also be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. 

A spokesperson for Metropolitan Police said: “A murder investigation continues following a stabbing in Downham.

“Detectives investigating the murder of Gabriel Petrov Stoyanov in Downham have arrested a teenager.

“The 14-year-old boy was arrested on Tuesday, 8 November on suspicion of murder.

“He was taken into custody where he remains.

“Police were called at 11.50pm on Friday, 4 November, to a report of a man stabbed on Bromley Road in Downham.

“Officers attended along with colleagues from the London Ambulance Service.

“They found 21-year-old Gabriel suffering stab injuries.

“He was taken to hospital for treatment but died during the afternoon of Saturday, 5 November.”

“Anyone with information or any witnesses who are yet to speak with police is asked to call 101, quoting reference CAD 8645/04Nov.

“To remain anonymous, please contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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