Southwark Stabbing Victims Named as Father and Son Property Developers
Overview
Two men fatally stabbed in a knife rampage at a business premises in Bermondsey have been named locally as Terry McMillan, 58, and his son Brendan McMillan, 27.
The attack took place inside the offices of The Trademark Group, a family-run property development firm based on Long Lane, SE1, shortly before 1pm on Monday 28 July.
Father and Son Killed in “Targeted” Office Attack
Police and emergency services responded to the scene at Studio One, 197 Long Lane, where four men had been stabbed. Terry McMillan was pronounced dead at the scene, while his son Brendan, a University of Gloucestershire graduate and former rugby player, later died in hospital.
Two other men, including the 31-year-old suspect, remain in hospital. The suspect has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is under police guard. His injuries are not life-threatening.
“Good Boss” and “Smiling Soul”: Tributes Pour In
Cleaner Rosemary George, who worked at The Trademark Group, described Terry McMillan as a “good boss, a fair man” and said Brendan was a fit and enthusiastic young man who had played rugby in the US after university.
“There are usually eight or nine people who work in the office. It’s not very big. It’s very sad.”
Old Colfeians Rugby Club, where Brendan played, released a moving tribute:
“Brendan lit up every room he walked into… forever smiling, always cracking a joke and always full of life.
We are also mourning the loss of his beloved father, Terry, a long-time supporter and sponsor of the club.”
England rugby star Vicky Fleetwood was among those to pay tribute online.
CCTV Shows Suspect Fleeing Before Police Arrived
A resident in a neighbouring building captured CCTV footage of the suspect fleeing at 12:58pm, minutes before officers arrived at 1:02pm.
“It was a targeted attack,” the witness said. “He calmly walked past my flat beforehand, then ran from the archway after the stabbing.”
Paramedics Tried to Save Victims at the Scene
A London Ambulance Service spokesperson confirmed that four people were treated at the scene:
“Despite the best efforts of our teams, one man was pronounced dead at the scene. Three others were taken to major trauma centres.”
Eyewitness Mario Sergio, who filmed emergency crews working on one victim, said:
“The medics were giving him CPR. I was hoping he’d pull through, but it didn’t look good.”
Ongoing Investigation and Community Reassurance
Detective Chief Superintendent Emma Bond said:
“Our thoughts are first and foremost with the family and friends of the victims of this tragic incident.
We do not believe this was terrorism-related and there is no wider risk to the public.”
A second crime scene was established at a nearby hotel, where the suspect was later found, though police confirmed he was not a guest at the premises.
Witness Appeal
The Metropolitan Police are continuing their enquiries and are appealing for witnesses.
Anyone with information is urged to contact 101, quoting CAD3499/28JUL, or reach out via ‘X’ @MetCC.
