A murder investigation is under way today after a teenager was stabbed to death in Southall, Hounslow.

Police were called to Raleigh Road, Southall at 21:07hrs on Wednesday (24 November) to reports of a stabbing.

Officers attended along with paramedics from London Ambulance Service (LAS).

A male, believed to be aged 16, was found with stab wounds and, despite the efforts of emergency services, he died at the scene a short time later.

His next of kin have been informed and formal identification awaits.

Homicide detectives from Specialist Crime have been informed.

There have been no arrests and enquiries are ongoing.

Police have asked anyone with information that could assist with their investigations to call 101 or tweet @MetCC and quote CAD 7200/24Nov.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.