A 26-year-old man has died after a stabbing in south east London.
The Metropolitan Police was alerted to reports of a disturbance outside a nightclub on Ruby Street, Peckham, shortly before 4am this morning (April 6).
Officers were dispatched to the scene with paramedics, where the 26-year-old was found suffering stab wounds.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
Two other men, both aged in their 20s, are fighting for their lives in hospital.
Four men, one aged 18 and three aged 24, have been arrested on suspicion of murder.
Det Chf Insp Neil John said: "This is a deeply tragic incident, and our thoughts are with the victim’s family during this difficult time.
"We have already arrested four men and our investigation continues at pace.
“We are aware of the concern that this will cause the local community and those in the area will notice an increased police presence throughout the day.
“This assault occurred outside a busy nightclub, and we’d encourage anyone who has any information, dashcam or mobile phone footage which could support the investigation to contact us."
Anyone with information or footage is asked to call police on 101, quoting CAD 1033/6APR, or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
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