A MURDER investigation has been launched after a man was stabbed.

Damien McLaughlin, 42, of Cheshunt, was killed in Exeter Road, Enfield, at around 1.31pm on Saturday (April 22).

Police, the London air ambulance and paramedics arrived, but he was pronounced dead 45 minutes later.

Three men, aged 17, 18 and 21 have been arrested on suspicion of murder.

The 18-year-old was found near the murder scene at Alma Road, having also been stabbed, and has since been discharged. He was found with the 17-year-old.

The 21-year-old has been released from police custody.

The murder investigation is being led by Detectives Chief Inspector Larry Smith of the Homicide and Major Crime Command.

DCI Smith said: "Mr McLaughlin was murdered in the street on Saturday afternoon. We have spoken with a number of witnesses, but I am certain that there are other people who will have seen something of note but are yet to contact police.

"I am also aware that people may have recorded footage on mobile phones.

"I am urging any witnesses, or anyone with material that may assist the investigation, to make contact with police."

Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is asked to call the incident room on 020 8345 3985 or via 101. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.