Police have arrested a man on suspicion of murder after a man was stabbed to death in Southwark.

On Friday (June 16) police were called to the scene of Southampton Way near the junction with Coleman Way in Southwark following reports of a man found injured.

Met officers attended the scene with ambulance crews from London Ambulance Service.

A 38-year-old man was found with stab injures. However, despite the efforts of emergency service, the man died at the scene.

Met have confirmed that his next of kin have been informed.

A 25-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder at an address in Southampton Way and remains in custody at a south London police station.

Police say that the victim and suspect are “believed” to be known to each other.

Detective Chief Superintendent Seb Adjei-Addoh, local policing commander in Southwark and Lambeth, said: "This is a tragic incident, and my thoughts are with the man's family as they come to terms with this awful news.

“We will do everything we can to bring those responsible to justice.

"An extensive investigation is under way and specialist detectives will remain in the area over the coming days as they gather evidence.

"We believe this was an isolated incident with no wider risk to the community.

“We will also ensure local officers are visible in the area to respond to any local concerns.”

The full statement from Met Police said: “Police were called at 01:27hrs on Friday, 16 June to reports of a man found injured in Southampton Way, near to the junction with Coleman Way.

“Officers attended along with the London Ambulance Service. A 38-year-old man was found with stab injuries. Despite the efforts of emergency services, he sadly died at the scene.

“The man's next of kin have been informed and will be supported by family liaison officers.

“A 25-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder at a residential property in Southampton Way, where the incident happened.

“He remains in custody at a south London police station.

“The victim and the suspect are believed to be known to each other.

“The investigation is led by detectives from the Met's Specialist Crime Command.”

Anyone with information should contact 101 quoting the reference CAD 494/16Jun or by tweeting @MetCC on Twitter.

Information can be reported anonymously by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.