Police received reports of multiple stabbings inside a commercial property on Long Lane in Bermondsey, where they found and treated four people with stab wounds
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after two men were fatally stabbed at a business premises in central London.
Emergency services were called to Long Lane in Southwark at about 1pm on Monday after reports of multiple stabbings inside a commercial property, where they found and treated four people for stab wounds.
A 58-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene and three other men were taken to hospital, the Metropolitan Police said.
A 27-year-old man later died in hospital, police said.
On Tuesday, police said a 31-year-old man, who is a British citizen and was initially detained in connection with the incident, was arrested on Monday.
He remains in hospital and his condition is not life-threatening, they added.
Detective Chief Superintendent Emma Bond, who leads policing for the area, said: “Our thoughts are first and foremost with the family and friends of the victims of this tragic incident.
“Our investigation continues at pace and we are working hard to understand the full circumstances.
“I understand there may be concern in the local community and there will be an increased police presence in the area over the coming days.
“I would also encourage anyone who may be worried to speak to an officer.”
A crime scene remains in place and the investigation continues, the force added.
Police reiterated that the incident took place inside a business premises, and that a crime scene is in place at a nearby hotel where the arrested man entered.
Speculation that the man was staying at the hotel is not accurate, the force said.
Anyone with information has been asked to call 101 or report it online.
Local Labour MP Neil Coyle has visited the scene and said people in the area were “shocked” by incident.
Coyle, who represents Bermondsey and Old Southwark told reporters outside the police cordon the incident was “truly awful”.
“It’s absolutely devastating for the family and the local community,” he said.
“Thankfully, police say this was an isolated incident.
“Police believe they have witnesses, but if anyone else saw anything, please contact the police and share any information you have.
“Lots of people will be shaken.
“People live right on top of this. It’s an amazing community and it will be amazing tomorrow as people try and recover from the trauma they’ve seen.”
This is a breaking news story. Follow us on Google News , Flipboard , Apple News , Twitter , Facebook or visit The Mirror homepage.