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Man stabbed to death in Croydon retail park named and pictured

David Benjamin
Detectives investigating a fatal stabbing in Croydon have named the victim. Police were called to Hesterman Way, Croydon, at around 01:15hrs on Sunday, 15 February following reports of a stabbing. Officers attended with the London Ambulance Service and found three men with stab wounds. A 22-year-old man was taken to hospital by the London Ambulance Service, where despite the efforts of medical staff he sadly died. Officers are now in a position to name the victim as Lorik Abazi, from Croydon. His family are being supported by specialist officers.
Lorik Abazi was one of three men found stabbed on Hesterman Way, Croydon, at 1.15am on Sunday (Picture: Met Police)

A ‘caring and smart’ 22-year-old man found stabbed to death outside Ikea has been named and pictured.

Lorik Abazi was one of three men found stabbed on Hesterman Way, Croydon, at 1.15am on Sunday.

Seven people in total have been arrested in connection with the incident.

Lorik’s family said: ‘Lorik was a caring, smart young man with a good sense of humour and his whole future ahead of him.

‘We, his parents, brother, girlfriend, grandparents and extended family and friends loved him very much.

‘A light has gone out in our lives, and we are devastated beyond words by his loss. We kindly ask for privacy at this time.’

Police have cordoned off area, following an incident, A crime scene remains in place Met detectives have launched an investigation following a fatal stabbing in Hesterman Way, Croydon. At around at around 01:15hrs on Sunday, 15 February police were called to reports of a stabbing. Officers, along with the London Ambulance Service, attended the scene and found three men with stab wounds. A 22-year-old man was taken to hospital by the London Ambulance Service, where despite the best efforts of paramedics he sadly died. His next of kin have been told and are being supported by specialist officers. Two other men, both 21-years-old, were also taken to hospital, where one has injuries which are believed to be life-threatening. They have both since been arrested on suspicion of affray. The man with potential life-threatening injuries remains in hospital while the other has been taken into police custody. Two women, both aged 25, and a 28-year-old man, have been arrested on suspicion of murder on the afternoon of Sunday, 15 February and remain in police custody. Detective Chief Inspector Alex Gammampila, who is leading this investigation has said: ???Our thoughts remain with the victim???s family at this hugely difficult time, we cannot begin to imagine what they are going through. ???We understand that this incident will be distressing to the local community. My officers continue to work at pace to unpick the events that unfolded and to apprehend those responsible. We urge anyone who may have knowledge of the incident to get in touch with police immediately.??? Additionally, two further women, aged 21 and 22, were later arrested on suspicion of affray. The 21-year-old woman has been bailed while enquiries continue and the 22-year-old woman remains in police custody. A crime scene remains in place and officers are continuing to make enquiries. Anyone with any information with any information is asked to call 101 quoting ref CAD511/15Feb.
In total, seven people have been arrested in connection with the incident (Picture: UKNIP)

Two women, both aged 25, and a 28-year-old man, have been arrested on suspicion of murder.

The two men, both aged 21, taken to hospital have been arrested on suspicion of affray.

One has potentially life-changing injuries while the other has since been discharged and taken into police custody.

Two other women, aged 21 and 22, were also arrested on suspicion of affray. The 21-year-old woman has been bailed while enquires continue and the 22-year-old woman remains in police custody.

Chief Superintendent Nick Blackburn said: ‘My thoughts are with Lorik’s family and loved ones, who have suffered an unimaginable loss.

‘Detectives are working around-the-clock to investigate the incident and bring those responsible to justice.

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Police have cordoned off area, following an incident, A crime scene remains in place Met detectives have launched an investigation following a fatal stabbing in Hesterman Way, Croydon. At around at around 01:15hrs on Sunday, 15 February police were called to reports of a stabbing. Officers, along with the London Ambulance Service, attended the scene and found three men with stab wounds. A 22-year-old man was taken to hospital by the London Ambulance Service, where despite the best efforts of paramedics he sadly died. His next of kin have been told and are being supported by specialist officers. Two other men, both 21-years-old, were also taken to hospital, where one has injuries which are believed to be life-threatening. They have both since been arrested on suspicion of affray. The man with potential life-threatening injuries remains in hospital while the other has been taken into police custody. Two women, both aged 25, and a 28-year-old man, have been arrested on suspicion of murder on the afternoon of Sunday, 15 February and remain in police custody. Detective Chief Inspector Alex Gammampila, who is leading this investigation has said: ???Our thoughts remain with the victim???s family at this hugely difficult time, we cannot begin to imagine what they are going through. ???We understand that this incident will be distressing to the local community. My officers continue to work at pace to unpick the events that unfolded and to apprehend those responsible. We urge anyone who may have knowledge of the incident to get in touch with police immediately.??? Additionally, two further women, aged 21 and 22, were later arrested on suspicion of affray. The 21-year-old woman has been bailed while enquiries continue and the 22-year-old woman remains in police custody. A crime scene remains in place and officers are continuing to make enquiries. Anyone with any information with any information is asked to call 101 quoting ref CAD511/15Feb.
Police taped off an area near the Burger King at the retail park early on Monday morning while continuing their investigations (Picture: UKNIP)

‘I want to appeal to anyone with knowledge of what happened or who has footage that could help our detectives to share it with the police.

‘I know a tragic incident like this will concern people locally. We believe this to have been an isolated incident and I hope the fact we have a number of suspects in custody provides some reassurance to people in Croydon.

‘We have increased patrols in the local area and I would ask anyone with concerns to speak to my officers.’

The stabbing took place within Croydon’s retail park, which contains several shops including Ikea, Boots, Sports Direct and Dunelm, as well as a McDonald’s and a cinema.

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