Police are appealing for witnesses and information after a man in his 20s was stabbed to death opposite a park in Kingston.

Officers were called shortly before 8.30pm on Thursday, 13 October to Fairfield Road after a 24-year-old man had been found with stab injuries.

London Ambulance Service and London air ambulance also attended but despite their best efforts the man died at the scene overlooking Fairfield Park and The Albion, a nearby gastropub.

Witnesses described how pub staff tried to save his life when he staggered into the pub after being knifed on park land. One witness speaking to the Evening Standard, said: "I heard some shouting in the park but didn't think anything of it. 

"Then there were blue lights everywhere. It's a very nice area, it's the last thing you expect. I had to take my daughter through police raid this morning. It's grim."

Detective Chief Inspector Wayne Jolley said: "Firstly, my thoughts are with this young man's family and friends. They are being supported by specially trained officers and I want to assure them that my team and I are dedicated to bringing whoever is responsible for this to justice.

"Our investigation is in its very early stages but currently we believe that the victim was attacked in Fairfield Road. He then made his way to Fairfield East where he went into a pub garden and customers provided initial assistance and called the emergency services.

"I'd like to thank everyone who has come forward so far to help with our investigation, your help is vital to understanding what happened. It is really important that if you witnessed any part of this incident, even if you don't think it was important, please come forward and speak to us."

Superintendent Richard Smith of the South West Command Unit, which covers Kingston, added: "I understand the concern this tragic incident will cause the local community, especially given the significant number of people who offered this young man assistance in the immediate aftermath of the incident.

"A team of experienced detectives are now working diligently to ensure those responsible for this crime are identified and brought to justice.

"Local residents will see increased police activity around Fairfield Road today and throughout the weekend – please don't be alarmed as this forms part of our response to such a serious incident. Please do speak to us if you have any concerns.

"I would also reiterate the appeal to the local community for information that could assist the investigation, please get in contact with police immediately if you have any information."

There have currently been no arrests and enquires into the incident will continue.

If you witnessed this incident or have any information that could help the investigation please call 101 or tweet @MetCC and quote reference 7902/13OCT22.

Information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.