A 62-year-old man died from head injuries after an assault in Southwark on Nov. 20, 2025, prompting a murder investigation.

A 62-year-old Lambeth man, Michael Burrows, died from head injuries sustained in an assault on Maddock Way in Southwark on November 20, 2025. Police were called at 1:15 p.m. after a fight was reported, and Burrows was hospitalized, passing away on November 22. The Metropolitan Police’s Specialist Crime Command is leading a murder investigation, describing the attack as “senseless and shocking.” Authorities have not released suspect details or a motive, but are urging witnesses or anyone with information to contact them via 101 (ref: CAD 3227/20Nov) or direct line 0208 345 3775. His family described him as a devoted father and grandfather, and the community remains deeply affected.