Man arrested after fatal stabbing of 52-year-old woman in Shepherd’s Bush
A second woman, 32, was taken to hospital with stab wounds following the incident on Askew Road
Incident → evidence → outcomeA 48-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was fatally stabbed at a home on Askew Road in Shepherd’s Bush. The incident was reported to police at 8:19 AM on 18 August 2026.
Emergency services found two women with stab wounds at the address. The 52-year-old victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Her family has been informed and is receiving support from specialist officers.
The second woman, aged 32, was taken to hospital. Police said her injuries are still being assessed. The suspect was also taken to hospital as a precaution before being discharged into police custody.
Police appeal for witnesses
Detective Inspector Richard MacKenzie, who is leading the investigation, said the incident appeared to be isolated but would cause concern in the area. Officers remained on Askew Road throughout the day.
“Our enquiries continue at pace as we work to establish the full circumstances of this deeply tragic incident. Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the victim and injured woman.”
MacKenzie urged anyone with information, CCTV or doorbell camera footage to contact police. He said updates would be provided when possible. Witnesses should call 101 and quote reference 1673/18AUG.
What happens next
The suspect remains in police custody. The investigation is ongoing, and police have not released further details about the circumstances of the attack. The 32-year-old woman’s condition has not been confirmed.
Questions this report answers
01What happened on Askew Road in Shepherd’s Bush?
A 52-year-old woman was fatally stabbed at a residential address on 18 August 2026. A second woman, 32, was injured and taken to hospital. Police arrested a 48-year-old man at the scene on suspicion of murder and attempted murder.
02Who is leading the investigation into the stabbing?
Detective Inspector Richard MacKenzie of the Metropolitan Police is leading the investigation. He has asked witnesses or anyone with information to contact police on 101, quoting reference 1673/18AUG.
03Is the stabbing being treated as an isolated incident?
Police believe the stabbing was an isolated incident within a residential address. Officers remained in the area following the attack to reassure residents and gather evidence.
04What should residents do if they have information?
Residents with information, CCTV or doorbell camera footage should call police on 101 and quote reference 1673/18AUG. Police have urged the public to come forward to assist the investigation.
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