Murder probe launched after man stabbed to death in Waltham Forest

A murder investigation has been launched after a man was found with fatal stab wounds at an address in Waltham Forest.

Scotland Yard said it was called at 4.40am to reports of a stabbing at a property in Flaxen Road, east London.

The 42-year-old victim was found with stab injuries and declared dead at 5.22am.

A 16-year-old boy and 35-year-old woman have been arrested on suspicion of his murder, police said.

The victim's next of kin has been informed.

Detectives are not hunting for anyone else in connection with the investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting CAD 0921/17 August or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.