A murder investigation has been launched after a fatal stabbing in Richmond.

Police were called at around 23:20hrs on Thursday, 17 March, to reports of a stabbing in the area of Maguire Drive, Richmond. Officers attended.

Three males self-presented at hospital after sustaining what are believed to be stab injuries.

One man – believed to be 31 years old – was pronounced dead at hospital. His next of kin have been informed.

A post-mortem examination will be arranged in due course.

The other two other men's injuries' have been assessed as non life-threatening. They have subsequently been arrested on suspicion of affray and taken into custody.

An urgent investigation is under way and a crime scene is in place.

Homicide detectives from the Met's Specialist Crime Command have been informed and are leading the investigation.