A MURDER inquiry has been launched following the discovery of a body in a flat.

Police were called to Lucas Court, Bell Green Lane, Sydenham, near Bromley, on Monday. The victim, who was black and believed to be in his 30s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

A spokesman for the Metropolitan police said: "We believe we know the identity of the deceased but we are yet to notify next of kin and we await formal identification."

A post mortem examination was being held today at Greenwich Mortuary.

*Anyone with information that may assist the inquiry should call the incident room at Lewisham police station on 020 8721 4960 or, to remain anonymous, Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.