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Police have launched a murder investigation and sealed off part of Seville Street in Knightsbridge after a man in his 30s was stabbed to death outside the luxury Park Tower Hotel and Casino on Wednesday evening.
Emergency services, including London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance, were called to the exclusive central London address at 9:24pm on July 9, following multiple 999 calls reporting a stabbing just yards from Hyde Park and across the road from Harvey Nichols.
Despite desperate efforts by paramedics, the man was pronounced dead at the scene a short time later.
A large police cordon remains in place this morning, stretching around the entrance to the £1,650-a-night five-star hotel, with officers maintaining a presence at the crime scene. A yellow and white forensic tent has been erected outside the building, with bloody medical kits, first aid equipment, and a white sheet sealed in a clear evidence bag visible near the hotel steps.
Police Statement
In a statement issued early this morning, Scotland Yard confirmed:
“At 9.24pm on Wednesday, July 9, officers, the London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance responded to reports of a stabbing on Seville Street, Knightsbridge.
One victim, a man in his 30s, was found at the scene with stab wounds and was treated by paramedics. Sadly, despite their best efforts, he was pronounced dead shortly after their arrival.
A crime scene has been established and several lines of enquiry are ongoing. No arrests have been made at this stage.”
Detectives from the Metropolitan Police’s Homicide Command are leading the investigation and appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Witnesses Speak of ‘Bloody’ Scene
One eyewitness told UKNIP:
“It was chaotic. I saw emergency services rushing in and out of the casino, and the area was quickly locked down. The scene was bloody – absolutely shocking.”
It has not yet been confirmed whether the victim had been inside the Park Tower Casino prior to the attack. The hotel is popular with affluent visitors and high-rolling casino guests, located in the heart of Knightsbridge near Harrods and Hyde Park.
Ongoing Manhunt and Public Appeal
The suspect remains at large, and detectives are reviewing CCTV footage and speaking with potential witnesses in the area.
Anyone with information is urged to call 101 quoting CAD 8521/09JUL. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.
This is a developing story, and further updates will follow as more details become available.
