A 17-year-old boy has been taken to hospital after being stabbed in the leg in a daylight attack in East London.
The incident occurred at Abbotts Park Road, E10, at around 2:39 pm on Friday, February 28. The Metropolitan Police and London Ambulance Service responded to reports of a serious assault and found the teenager with a stab wound.
A police cordon has been put in place at the scene while investigations continue. At this stage, no arrests have been made.
A Met Police spokesperson stated: “Enquiries remain ongoing.”
Appeal for Information
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information is urged to contact Metropolitan Police on 101, quoting the relevant incident number. Alternatively, reports can be made anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
This attack adds to growing concerns over youth violence in London, with authorities urging communities to come forward with any information that could help in tackling knife crime.