A MURDER investigation is underway after a man was found dead in Northolt.

Police were called by an ambulance crew at 4.15 this morning (Saturday) to an address in Churchill Court, Newmarket Avenue, Northolt.

A man, believed to be aged 31, was suffering from stab wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Next of kin are being informed and a post-mortem will take place in due course. There has not yet been a formal identification of the body.

The investigation is being led by the Homicide and Major Crime Command, based at Hendon.

Police are looking into reports of a disturbance in the block at around 11pm last night.

Anyone who heard or witnessed anything suspicious is asked to contact the incident room on 0208 358 0300. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.