A 21-year-old has died after he was stabbed in north London.

The Met Police said emergency services were called to Lordship Lane in Haringey just after 18:00 GMT on Friday to reports of a man being attacked. Despite efforts of paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

The man has been named as Thomas Oduro from Tottenham. His next-of-kin have been informed and a murder investigation has been launched.

Det Ch Insp Phil Clarke, who is leading the investigation, said: "Thomas's family have suffered a devastating loss. Our thoughts are with them, and they continue to be supported by specialist officers."

He added: "Enquiries continue at the scene and there will be an increased police presence in the area over the coming days.

"As part of our investigation, I'm urging anyone who was in the area of Lordship Recreation Ground around 18:00 on Friday, or who has information which may be relevant, to speak to officers or get in touch as soon as possible."