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Woman fatally stabbed in Croydon named by police

Family handout Marjama Osman is seen in a black hijab and abaya standing outdoors, looking directly at the camera in bright sunlight.Family handout
Marjama Osman was found fatally stabbed on Frith Road in Croydon

A woman who was fatally stabbed in south London has been named as Marjama Osman.

Officers were called to Frith Road, Croydon, just after 09:00 BST on Saturday after two reports of a stabbing, the Metropolitan Police said.

The 26-year-old was found dead at the scene. Formal identification has not taken place but her family has been informed.

Two men, aged 32 and 33, arrested on suspicion of murder have been released on bail pending further enquiries, the force added.

Det Ch Insp Dave Whellams, who is leading the Met's investigation, said: "We appreciate that this tragic incident has caused real concern within the community in Croydon.

"Our priority at the moment is to continue gathering the evidence we need to hold whoever is responsible for Marjama's death to , whilst ing her family at this difficult time."

He said the current understanding is that Ms Osman was "assaulted inside an address on Frith Road before going into the street where she collapsed".

Det Ch Insp Whellams has encouraged anyone with information to come forward.

"We appreciate that there is speculation within the local community around Marjama's death," he added.

"These conversations within the community could lead us to getting the justice Marjama deserves."

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