Police have launched a murder investigation after a man died following a one-punch attack on Lewisham High Street by a bus stop on Saturday 1st March 2025.
Despite rapid emergency response, including police officers running from Lewisham Police Station with first aid kits and defibrillators, the victim later died in hospital.
Incident Details
Time: 8:37 PM, Saturday, March 1, 2025
Location: Lewisham High Street, SE13
Attack: Victim suffered a serious head injury after being punched
Response: Officers and paramedics performed CPR and emergency aid at the scene
Arrest: A man was arrested near the Travelodge on Lewisham High Street after attempting to flee
Police Investigation
The Metropolitan Police Major Crime Team is leading the investigation.
A Met Police source confirmed:
“An investigation is underway following an assault on Lewisham High Street. Officers remain at the scene, and one person has been arrested in connection with the incident. We urge anyone with information to come forward.”
Emergency Response
A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said:
“We were called at 8:37 PM to reports of an incident on Lewisham High Street, SE13. We sent resources to the scene, including ambulance crews, an incident response officer, an advanced paramedic, and members of our joint response unit. We also dispatched a trauma team in a car from London’s Air Ambulance. We treated a man at the scene before taking him to a hospital.”
Road Closures & Travel Disruptions
The southbound section of Lewisham High Street is closed between Lee Bridge and Molesworth Street due to the investigation.
Affected Bus Routes: 47, 54, 75, 122, 136, 181, 185, 199, 208, 284, 484, P4
Appeal for Witnesses
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the attack or has CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward.
Call 101, quoting reference CAD
Report online via the Met Police website
Provide information anonymously via Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111
Ongoing Investigation
The area remains cordoned off with first aid equipment visible on the street. Officers continue to examine the scene and collect evidence.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
