A man in his 20s has been stabbed to death in Mitcham.

Police officers were called to Upper Green East near Montrose Gardens and London Road just before 3.30am this morning.

The victim, believed to be in his 20s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

A 44-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and he remains in police custody.

Officers are working to establish the victim's identity and to trace his next of kin.

A post-mortem examination will take place in due course and anyone with information is asked to call the incident room at Sutton on 020 8721 4205.