The boy was stabbed near Cremer Street (Picture: Google)
A murder investigation has been launched after a teenage boy was stabbed to death in east London.
Police are appealing for witnesses after the victim, 17, was found suffering from wounds in a ‘night time’ hotspot in Shoreditch, around 10.53pm last night.
The teenager died at the scene in Hackney Road, near the junction with Cremer Street, E2.
DCS James Conway, who leads policing in Hackney and Tower Hamlets, said: ‘My thoughts are with the family of the young person who has tragically lost his life. I can assure them that we will be relentless in seeking to identify whoever was responsible for this murder.
‘Cordons are in place in Hackney Road for forensic examination of the scene and we have launched what will be an extremely thorough investigation, supported by specialists from across the Met.
‘Local people will also see additional patrols in Shoreditch. If you have any concerns or information please speak with those officers. They are there to support you.’
No arrests have been made.
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