Two charged with murder after man stabbed to death at Enfield block of flats

George Eric Rogers, 66, died after being found with stab injuries in a communal area
A man and woman were due to appear at Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court charged with murder
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A man and a woman have been charged with murder after a 66-year-old was found stabbed to death at a block of flats in Enfield.

The victim, named by police as George Eric Rogers, was found suffering stab wounds in the communal area of flats in Lockhart Close, around 7.20pm on Friday.

Emergency responders fought to save him, but he died at the scene.

Ellie Ackhurst, 30, and Anthony Elliott, 42, were charged with his murder in the early hours of Tuesday, Scotland Yard has said.

The suspects, both of no fixed address, were due to appear at Highbury Magistrates' Court later on Tuesday.

Formal identification of the victim is yet to take place, but police have confirmed him to be Mr Rogers, from Enfield.

Mr Rogers’ next of kin has been informed of his death, said police.

Any witnesses or anyone with information about his death are urged to contact Metropolitan Police.

Information can be shared directly with the investigation team here.You can also call the incident room on 020 8358 0300. To remain anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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