A MAN was killed in a high street attack after a “disturbance” at a Wetherspoons pub on a busy high street.
One suspect has now been arrested on suspicion of murder following the reported on Saturday night outside The Watch House pub in Lewisham, south-east London.
Google MapsA man died after reportedly being assaulted outside The Watch House pub in Lewisham, south-east London on Saturday night[/caption]
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Police rushed to the scene after being called at 8.39pm yesterday evening and found a 63-year-old man suffering from life-threatening injuries.
He was taken to hospital where he sadly later died, and police believe he had been assaulted following a disturbance at the Wetherspoons venue.
A 42-year-old man was arrested nearby on suspicion of murder and he remains in custody at a south London police station.
Detective Chief Inspector Craig Magee, from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command, said: “This tragic incident happened in a busy part of south-east London.
“We would like to hear from anyone who was in Lewisham High Street or at The Watch House pub and has information about what happened.
“We have spent the night at the scene and there will be an increased police presence in the area today while we continue to gather evidence.”
DCI Magee added: “I recognise the concern a crime of this nature causes.
“We have a suspect in custody, and based on the enquiries carried out so far, we do not believe there to be any risk to the wider community.”
Police asked anyone with information to come forward by calling 101, quoting CAD 6267/01Mar.
You can also report anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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