Update: Murder investigation launched - Seven Sisters

A murder investigation has been launched after a man has sadly died in hospital after suffering injuries consistent with being stabbed.

Officers were called to Seven Sisters underground station at 8.48am on Tuesday 23 July to reports of a serious assault. Paramedics also attended and 33-year-old Ervin Baraku was found with life threatening injuries. He was taken to hospital where he sadly died this morning (30 July).

T/Detective Superintendent Sam Blackburn said: “Sadly today we can confirm the victim has died in hospital following the attack and we have launched a murder investigation. My thoughts are with his family and loved ones as they navigate their loss, we continue to provide support through specialist officers.

"A 20-year-old man was previously charged with attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon on 28 July. We are in touch with the Crown Prosecution Service following today's sad update.

"I would like to take this opportunity to reiterate our appeal for anyone with information who is yet to speak to us to contact British Transport Police via the online portal, by calling 0800 405040, or texting 61016, reference 171 of 23 July. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously by calling 0800 555 111."

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Update: Indictment has been updated to murder.