A man has died after being stabbed and shot in east London, police believe.

Emergency services rushed to Church Road, Manor Park, shortly before 9.30pm on Monday.

The victim, aged in his twenties, was found suffering what were believed to be knife and gunshot wounds.

Despite the efforts of paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have not yet been informed.

A police cordon remained in place as officers investigated.

Scotland Yard said the local community can expect a larger police presence following the fatal incident.

“People are encouraged to speak with officers if they have any information which could assist the investigation or if they have any concerns,” it added.

“A post-mortem will be scheduled in due course.”

The Homicide and Major Crime Command unit has been notified.

Mayor of Newham Rokhsana Fiaz tweeted: "My deepest condolences to his family today following a devastating incident last night in Manor Park."

She added: "Myself and the Deputy Mayor... were at the scene last night providing reassurance to local residents and those there who knew the victim."

The horrifying incident came just hours after three teenagers were stabbed within minutes of each other in nearby streets in north-east London.

Police said officers were called after the victims, one aged 15 and two aged 19, were discovered in the Chingford area of Waltham Forest.

Officers were first called to Lukin Crescent, a short distance from Chingford station, at about 3.10pm.

There they found a 15-year-old boy with a stab injury.

Shortly afterwards, officers were called to Westminster Gardens where two 19-year-old men were also found with stab wounds.

All three victims were rushed to hospital, a Met Police spokesman said.

Anyone who has information concerning the incident in Manor Park is asked to call Newham police on 101 quoting CAD7566/8APR, Tweet @MetCC or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.