Brent murder: Police name 44-year-old man stabbed to death in ‘senseless act of violence’

A 44-year-old man who was stabbed to death in an apartment in the northwest London was named by the police.

Andre Foster, who was also known as Andre Jacks, was found injured at Gable Lodge on Mowbray Road in Kilburn shortly before 10am on Tuesday. Metropolitan police said.

Paramedics and an ambulance were called but he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Detective Chief Inspector Linda Bradley said: “Andre’s family have been devastated by this senseless act of violence. Our thoughts are with them at this sad time.

“While we are still in the very early stages of this investigation, I believe that people were present at the address at the time of the murder, some of whom may have left the location before police arrived.

“These people are important witnesses and I am very keen to hear from them and urge them to make contact immediately.

“Similarly, if you saw someone leaving Gable Lodge in a hurry, or if you heard who was responsible, please do the right thing and contact us.”

The Met said police patrols in the area would be increased in the coming days to reassure people living nearby.

Superintendent Neil Holyoke, from the Met’s North West Command, said: “I know the community will be as shocked by this incident as we are.

“Over the next few days our officers and staff from our area partners will be carrying out increased patrols in the area to ensure reassurance and the community is encouraged to contact officers if they have any concerns.

“We continue to support our crime scene colleagues as they carry out their inquiries and thank local residents for their patience while officers process the scene.

“If you can help by providing information to the investigation team, please do not hesitate to share what you know with us.”

There were no arrests.

Anyone with information can contact police on 101 or tweet @MetCC quoting CAD 1936/20DEC, or submit photos, videos or information online at mipp.police.uk/operation/01MPS22U65-PO1.

Anyone wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.

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