A man has been charged with murder after a Romanian national was stabbed in the heart in Barnet.

Stefan Stelian Moraru, 44, was found injured in Chandos Avenue at around 6am on Monday (March 20).

He sadly died at the scene and his next of kin have been informed and are being supported by officers.

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A post-mortem examination held the next day (Tuesday, March 21) confirmed that he died as a result of a stab wound to the heart.

Migen Emilova, 35, of no fixed address, was charged today (Sunday, March 26) with murder.

He will appear in custody at Willesden Magistrates' Court tomorrow (Monday, March 27).

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Detectives have also arrested a further three men on suspicion of murder.

Two men, aged 46 and 39, remain in custody at a north London police station.

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A 29-year-old has been bailed pending further enquiries.

The Met continues to encourage anyone with information that could help the investigation to call 101 quoting CAD968/20Mar.

To remain anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.