Man’s body found on fire in Mitcham

A man’s body was found on fire this morning.

Police were called to Commonside East, Mitcham, just before 6.15am to reports of a man on fire.

Officers attended and the body of a man was found. Enquiries are ongoing to establish the man’s identity.

The death is currently being treated as unexplained. A post-mortem examination will be arranged in due course.

The investigation is being led by homicide detectives from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command.

Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.

Any witnesses or anyone with information is asked to call police via 101 quoting CAD 1135/17Sep. To remain anonymous, please contact Crimestoppers.