The incidents – one in Lambeth and and one in Deptford on December 30 and 31- are not thought to be connected.
These are only the incidents known of by Newsquest London.
Two men in hospital after being ‘stabbed by group’ in south east London
Officers were first called with reports of an incident in Tram Close in Lambeth shortly after 4pm on December 30.
At the scene, a 31-year-old man was found suffering stab wounds.
Just minutes later, police were called to Loughborough Park, SW9, where a 19-year-old boy was found stabbed and was taken to hospital.
Both victim’s conditions are not believed to be life-changing or threatening.
There have been no arrests.
Murder investigation launched after man stabbed in Deptford on New Year’s Eve
The next day – New Year’s Eve – a 23-year-old man died after he was stabbed in Deptford.
The incident happened in Grove Street near Evelyn Street at around 12.35pm today (December 31).
Officers and London Ambulance Service crews attended and found a man who had been stabbed.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
No arrests have been made and police enquiries remain ongoing.
Detective Chief Inspector Sam Townsend, who is leading the investigation, said: “Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with the victim’s family and friends during this incredibly difficult time.
“Our investigation is progressing swiftly as we work to establish the full circumstances surrounding this tragic incident.
“We understand that this will understandably cause concern within the local community.
“Please be assured that we have increased patrols in the area, and this investigation remains our highest priority.”
