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Murder investigation after young man stabbed at council headquarters near Wembley Stadium

Detectives say the victim was believed to be 17 and a 15-year-old suspect is in custody as police continue inquiries.

  • On Tuesday, August 25, a person died following a stabbing at Brent Civic Centre in Wembley. Emergency services arrived at approximately 2.25pm to respond to the incident.
  • Brent Civic Centre houses Brent Council and Wembley Library, both of which were evacuated following the incident. Officials subsequently urged the public to avoid the building while it remains closed.
  • At least 15 Metropolitan Police vehicles are stationed outside the Civic Centre. London Ambulance Service dispatched crews, paramedics, and the Air Ambulance to provide emergency support.
  • A London Ambulance Service spokesperson confirmed the outcome, stating: "a patient was pronounced dead at the scene." Emergency personnel remain on-site as investigation continues.
  • Officials have not yet confirmed the exact location of the stabbing within the Civic Centre. Metropolitan Police and Brent Council have been contacted for further information.
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Flying Eze broke the news on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
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