Suspect, 37, charged with murder after man killed in Harrow knife attack

A suspect has been charged crime after a man suffered fatal stab wounds at a northwest home London.

The 48-year-old victim was attacked at an address in Sussex Road, Harrow, at around 4.40pm on Wednesday.

He was taken to hospital but later died from his injuries.

Javan Lee, 37, of the same road, appeared at Willesden Magistrates’ Court on Friday charged with murder

Lee was treated at a hospital for minor injuries before being taken into custody.

A The Metropolitan Police the spokesman said they have notified the victim’s next of kin. They are supported by specialist officers.

Detective Inspector Luke Hampton from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command said: “This is a complex scene with a number of people living inside the address.

“At this early stage we believe this was an isolated incident and there is no apparent risk to the public.

“A man lost his life and a family received the worst possible news. If you have any information, please do not hesitate to contact us.”

Superintendent Chris Clarke – who leads Harrow, Barnet and Brent’s local policing – said: “We are supporting our Specialist Crime colleagues while they carry out their inquiries and local residents will see a more visible police presence in the area to provide reassurance.

“If you are concerned or have any information please do not hesitate to approach officers or contact your local neighborhood policing team.”

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting reference CAD 5281/30OCT24 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.