Three arrested in connection with Knightsbridge murder
They are all in their 20's
Three men have been arrested in connection with the death of a man in Knightsbridge in central London.
Blue Stevens, who was 24, was fatally stabbed outside the Park Tower Hotel in Knightsbridge on Wednesday night.
Detective Chief Superintendent Christina Jessah said officers "retain an open mind around motive", but one line of inquiry is now that this may have been a "targeted attack".
Two of the men were were arrested at an address in Hounslow on Saturday.
One man was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder. He remains in police custody.
Another man was arrested on suspicion of murder. He has been bailed pending further inquiries.
Following their arrests, Met officers obtained a warrant to search two properties in Chiswick where "significant evidence" was recovered, the Met Police said.
The third man was arrested on Monday on suspicion of assisting an offender. He remains in police custody.
Detective Chief Superintendent Jessah, who leads policing in Central West London, said:
"These arrests mark a significant milestone in this complex and unfolding murder investigation.
"We continue to progress at pace. While we retain an open mind around motive, one line of inquiry is now that this may have been a targeted attack.
"Increased police patrols remain active in and around the Knightsbridge area. Please do speak with an officer if you have any questions or concerns."
The incident happened near luxury hotel The Park Tower Knightsbridge but did not involve any guests or staff, according to a Marriott spokesperson.
Mr Stevens' next of kin continue to be supported by specialist officers.
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