A murder investigation has been launched following an incident where a man died after being shot and stabbed.
Metropolitan Police officers were called to Church Road in Manor Park just before 9.30pm last night (April 8) where the victim was found with knife and gunshot wounds.
The man, who was in his 20s, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
A crime scene remains in place this morning while officers continue their investigations.
At this stage no arrests have been made in connection with the incident and enquiries are ongoing.
Police have appealed for any witnesses to get in touch with any information they may have.
The Mayor of Newham Rokhsana Fiaz tweeted out a message of condolence following the death.
“My deepest condolences to his family today following a devastating incident last night in Manor Park, Newham.
Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 quoting the incident number CAD7566/8APR.