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Police Name Tai Folkes as Homicide Inquiry Continues Into Battersea Stabbing

Detectives issue a public appeal for witness accounts and camera footage.

Overview

  • Folkes, 25, was fatally stabbed during a reported disturbance on Thessaly Road shortly after 6pm on 2 March near the Patmore and Savona estates.
  • He was treated at the scene and taken to a major trauma centre, where he was pronounced dead, and his family is being supported by specialist officers.
  • Two men, aged 28 and 38, have been arrested in connection with the attack and remain in police custody.
  • A large cordon spans Thessaly Road and Battersea Park Road as forensic teams examine the area, including near The Duchess Belle pub and the Savona Estate.
  • The investigation is led by DCI Brian Howie, with police asking anyone with information to call 101 quoting CAD 6165/2MAR or contact Crimestoppers anonymously.