Peckham stabbings
The Metropolitan Police launched murder investigations into two separate fatal stabbings in Peckham, London, on April 15, 2026. Aurelio Mejia, 26, died after being found with stab wounds on April 12, and four men have been arrested in connection with this incident. Separately, an 18-year-old man was fatally stabbed on Rye Lane on February 14, 2026, and police are appealing for witnesses; a teenager was charged on April 1, 2026, in connection with a February 21 stabbing that killed a 19-year-old. As of April 15, 2026: Four men have been arrested in connection with Mejia's death, and police are still seeking information regarding the Rye Lane stabbing. Superintendent Gabriel Cameron emphasized an increased police presence in the area following these incidents.
Timeline
Want updates on this thread?
Track this storyTimeline of developments
April 2026 — 3 developments
The Metropolitan Police have launched murder investigations into two separate fatal stabbings in Peckham.
The Metropolitan Police have launched murder investigations into two separate fatal stabbings in Peckham. Aurelio Mejia, 26, died after being found with stab wounds on April 12th, and four men have been arrested in connection with this incident. Separately, an 18-year-old man was fatally stabbed on Rye Lane on February 14th, and police are appealing for witnesses.
A murder investigation has been launched after a 26-year-old man was fatally stabbed in Peckham on April 6, 2026.
A murder investigation has been launched after a 26-year-old man was fatally stabbed in Peckham on April 6, 2026. Four men have been arrested on suspicion of murder, and a fifth injured man has also been arrested.
A teenager has been charged in connection with a stabbing that occurred on February 21, 2026, in South London.
A teenager has been charged in connection with a stabbing that occurred on February 21, 2026, in South London. The incident resulted in a 19-year-old being fatally wounded.
March 2026 — 1 developments
A police-public meeting was held on March 4, 2026, to address recent incidents in Peckham, including the fatal stabbing on Rye Lane.
A police-public meeting was held on March 4, 2026, to address recent incidents in Peckham, including the fatal stabbing on Rye Lane. The meeting aimed to discuss these events and engage with the community.
February 2026 — 5 developments
Detectives have released footage of the 18-year-old victim riding his moped hours before he was fatally stabbed in Peckham.
Detectives have released footage of the 18-year-old victim riding his moped hours before he was fatally stabbed in Peckham. No arrests have been made a week after the incident, and police are renewing their appeal for information.
Superintendent Gabriel Cameron of the Met's Central South Command issued a statement expressing cond…
Superintendent Gabriel Cameron of the Met's Central South Command issued a statement expressing condolences to the victim's family and friends, emphasizing the impact of knife crime on the community. He assured the public of an increased police presence in the area while the investigation to identify those responsible continues.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed that no arrests had been made in connection with the stabbing.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed that no arrests had been made in connection with the stabbing. Detectives appealed for witnesses who were in the Rye Lane area between 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM on February 14 to come forward with any information.
Despite efforts to save him, the 19-year-old victim was taken to hospital where he later died from his injuries.
Despite efforts to save him, the 19-year-old victim was taken to hospital where he later died from his injuries. The Metropolitan Police subsequently launched a murder investigation into the incident.
Police were called to reports of an assault on Rye Lane, Peckham Rye, at approximately 7:09 PM on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
Police were called to reports of an assault on Rye Lane, Peckham Rye, at approximately 7:09 PM on Saturday, February 14, 2026. A 19-year-old man was found with stab wounds and received treatment at the scene from emergency services.
December 2022 — 1 developments
A 29-year-old man was fatally stabbed in Peckham Rye Park on December 30, 2022.
A 29-year-old man was fatally stabbed in Peckham Rye Park on December 30, 2022. Police responded to the incident at 8:24 PM, and the victim died shortly after 9 PM. No arrests have been made.