Woman Found Fatally Stabbed in Romford Home

Overview

A murder investigation is underway following the death of a woman in her 60s, who was found with multiple stab wounds at a residential address in Bushy Close, Romford.

Police were called at approximately 9:00pm on Sunday, 27 July, after a report was made by British Transport Police (BTP) expressing concern for the woman’s welfare.

Upon arrival, officers from the Metropolitan Police found the woman unresponsive. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Linked Death at Romford Station

Investigators believe the woman’s death may be linked to the death of a 20-year-old man who died on the train tracks at Romford railway station earlier the same day.

British Transport Police are treating the man’s death as non-suspicious, but early enquiries suggest the man and woman were known to each other.

No Arrests Yet

No arrests have been made at this stage, and officers from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command continue to carry out detailed forensic and door-to-door enquiries in the area. A crime scene remains in place on Bushy Close.

Police Statement

Detective Chief Inspector Joanna Yorke said:

“Our thoughts remain with the victim’s family at this difficult time as we investigate the circumstances behind this terrible incident.
At this stage, we believe this to be an isolated incident with no wider risk to the public.”

Detective Superintendent Simon Giles, from the Met’s East Area investigation team, added:

“I understand that the incident is distressing for the community and we are working closely with our colleagues in the Specialist Crime Command to progress the investigation as quickly as possible.
Those in the area today can expect to see our officers and we encourage anyone with any information to speak with them.”