First picture of ‘lovely, peaceful’ man, 39, stabbed to death in London

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Emergency services were called to Leon Anderson’s home in Maple Close, Mitcham, on Monday (Pictures: UKNIP/Met Police)

A ‘lovely and peaceful’ man stabbed to death in Mitcham, London, has been named as Leon Anderson.

Emergency services were called to Mr Anderson’s home in Maple Close, Mitcham, on Monday.

He was treated for stab injuries but died in hospital.

A family member said Leon Anderson was a ‘lovely peaceful person’ who they could not comprehend losing his life in this way.

The relative told Metro: ‘He was a lovely peaceful person. He was a good family person. We are finding it hard to come to terms with this.

A mother-of-two added: ‘He was a lovely guy from a very good family. It’s a total shock, the family are devastated.’

Kemuel Gambicky-Forbes, 24, has been charged with murder and possession of a bladed article.

A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a 39-year-old man who was stabbed at a residential property in Maple Close, Mitcham, on Monday, April 28. Emergency services were called to the scene at around 7.30pm, where they found the victim suffering from stab wounds. Paramedics from the London Ambulance Service provided treatment at the scene before transporting the man to hospital. Sadly, he was later pronounced dead. Suspect Still at Large The Metropolitan Police confirmed that no arrests have been made at this stage. Detectives believe the victim and suspect were known to each other, and urgent enquiries are under way to trace the individual responsible. In response to the incident, police have increased patrols in the area to provide reassurance to local residents. Appeal for Witnesses Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell, from the Specialist Crime South unit, is leading the investigation. She said: ???The victim???s loved ones are being supported by specially trained officers. They have our deepest sympathies following this terrible loss. ???Anybody who witnessed the incident ??? or who has information ??? should contact the police on 101, quoting CAD reference 6812/28APR. ???To remain 100% anonymous, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.??? Community Shocked The stabbing has left the Mitcham community shocked, as residents wake up to the reality of violent crime occurring on their doorstep. The incident took place in Maple Close, a quiet residential area near Oakleigh Way Recreation Ground, adding to concern among locals. Ongoing Investigation A post-mortem examination will be scheduled, and a crime scene remains in place as forensic teams continue to gather evidence. The Met???s Specialist Crime Command is working swiftly to identify and apprehend the suspect. ??? How You Can Help Did you witness the stabbing or see anything suspicious? Do you have doorbell or CCTV footage from the area? If so, please contact police on
Emergency services attended Mr Anderson’s home where he was treated for stab wounds (Picture: UKNIP)

An IT worker, 34, who lives nearby, said: ‘Police were running down the street and paramedics were at the house where the man lived.

‘He is a neighbour and from a very friendly family.’

Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell, from Specialist Crime South – who is leading the investigation – said: ‘The victim’s loved ones are being supported by specially trained officers.

‘They have our deepest sympathies following this terrible loss.’

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