Detectives investigating the fatal stabbing of a man in Lewisham last year are offering a £20,000 reward for any information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for his murder.

Rukevwe Tadafe, 21, was stabbed to death on Saturday, April 30, last year.

Police were called to Molesworth Street at 8.40pm the same day where they found Mr Tadafe.

He was taken to a south London hospital, but died on Thursday, May 5.

A post-mortem examination the following day gave the cause of death as stab wounds to the chest.

Detective Chief Inspector Dave Whellams, from the Metropolitan Police’s homicide and major crime command, said: "Rukevwe’s tragic death is another example of the terrible consequences of carrying and using knives.

"As we approach the one-year anniversary of his murder, a substantial reward is now on offer for information that significantly assists investigators. Six people were arrested in connection with this investigation, with one facing trial, but to date it remains unsolved.

"Rukevwe’s family have behaved with the utmost dignity throughout this traumatic part of their lives. I would urge those who know what happened and who was involved to search their conscience and do the right thing so that justice can be served."

Six men, all aged in their 20s, were arrested during the investigation. One of those men, who was 24 years old, stood trial at the Old Bailey in November and was found not guilty of manslaughter.

If you have any information call the incident room in Barking on 020 8345 3775, tweet via @MetCC or Crimestoppers on 0800 55 111. All information will be treated in confidence.