A "devastated" family have paid tribute to their “loving” daughter who was stabbed to death by a stranger in Brixton.

Johanita Dogbey was found injured by emergency services in Stockwell Park Walk just after 4pm on May 1.

She was pronounced dead at the scene at 4.42pm. 

A 33-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder and he currently remains in police custody.

Johanita's family have since paid tribute to their “smart” and “dedicated” daughter who was believed to be attacked from behind by a man.

Your Local Guardian: Johanita Dogbey was stabbed to death in Brixton.Johanita Dogbey was stabbed to death in Brixton. (Image: Metropolitan Police)

They said: “We are devastated by the news of the passing of our daughter. Johanita was a smart, dedicated, and loving girl who always helped anyone.

“She hasn’t got one bad bone in her body. She wouldn’t hurt a fly.

"We can’t believe a senseless crime like this has happened as we can’t imagine who would do this to her.

“Our hearts are completely broken and will not understand why someone would take our beautiful girl away from us, she will forever be in our hearts as we will carry on living life as gracefully and beautifully as she did.”

Detectives from the Met's Specialist Crime Command are leading the investigation.

They have carried out a number of enquiries, including a review of CCTV from the area and speaking to witnesses.

A spokesperson for Metropolitan Police said: "A 33-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder remains in police custody after officers were granted a warrant of further detention at Croydon Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday 3 May.

"Detectives launched an investigation following reports of a stabbing in Stockwell Park Walk, SW9 at 4.02pm on Monday, 1 May.

"Officers arrived at the scene and were joined by the London Ambulance Service and London's Air Ambulance.

"Johanita was found with stab wounds and despite the efforts of the emergency services, she was pronounced dead at the scene at 4.42pm."

The spokesperson added: "Detectives from the Met's Specialist Crime Command are leading the investigation and have carried out a number of enquiries, including a review of CCTV from the area.

"They have also spoken to several witnesses.

"Based on these initial enquiries, it is believed Johanita was walking along Stockwell Park Walk when she was approached from behind by a man who attacked her.

"It is not believed the man was known to her.

"Anyone with information about what happened is asked to call 101 quoting CAD 4728/01May.

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