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Murder inquiry after man dies in south London home
Detectives say the death appears isolated, with no wider risk to the public, and are seeking witnesses, CCTV and dashcam footage.
- On Friday, Metropolitan Police launched a murder investigation after a man in his 30s was found with serious head injuries at an address in Poynders Road, Lambeth, and pronounced dead at the scene.
- The London Fire Brigade was called to gain entry to the property, where firefighters discovered the man's body; emergency services including the London Ambulance Service attended but could not save him.
- Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell, leading the investigation, confirmed no arrests have been made while a crime scene remains in place on Poynders Road as detectives progress inquiries.
- Foxwell stated investigators believe the incident was isolated, saying, "At this stage, we believe this was an isolated incident and there is no evidence to suggest any wider risk to the public."
- Residents can expect increased police presence in the area; anyone with information should contact police on 101 quoting CAD7021/04SEP26 or report anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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