The family of a man who suffered a fatal stab wound have called him “a true social butterfly”.
Gurmuk Singh was fatally injured at his home in Felbrigge Road, Ilford, on July 23.
He was known to loved ones as Gary.
In a tribute issued via the Metopolitan Police Service, his family said: “Gary was a well-loved man who had a remarkable ability to connect with everyone he met.
“A true social butterfly, nothing brought him more joy than being surrounded by his family.
“Gary will be deeply missed, but his memory will live on in our hearts forever.”
Police were called to “an altercation” in Felbrigge Road by paramedics from the London Ambulance Service.
An inquest opening at East London Coroner’s Court this week heard a post-mortem had given his cause of death as a stab wound to his left thigh.
Police arrested two men, aged 27 and 29, and three women, aged 29, 30 and 54.
Four have been released on police bail until October 2025.
But one – 27-year-old Amardeep Singh, of Felbrigge Road in Ilford – has been charged with murder.
He has been given a provisional trial date of January 5 at the Old Bailey.
Det Ch Insp Joanna Yorke said: “Our thoughts are with the victim’s family at this unimaginably difficult time.
“An incident of this nature sends shockwaves throughout the local area and we understand the direct impact on the community.
“People can expect to see an uptick in police presence while officers conduct initial investigations. Please do not hesitate to speak to them if you have any concerns at all.”
Coroner Nadia Persaud opened an inquest on Wednesday (July 30) but said her investigation would have to be paused so the criminal proceedings could take precedence.
“The inquest will be opened and adjourned for further investigations to take place,” she said.
The court gave his age as 25, but the Metropolitan Police said he was 30.
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