Man Stabbed in Early Morning Attack on Islington’s Blackstock Road
Detectives are hunting for witnesses after a stabbing in Islington left a man injured in the early hours.
Police and paramedics rushed to Blackstock Road, N5, at 4.18am on Saturday, 26 May, following reports of a stabbing.
Victim Hospitalised but Stable
The victim, believed to be in his 30s, was found with stab wounds and taken to a north London hospital. Thankfully, his injuries are not thought to be life-threatening or permanently disabling, and he remains stable.
Man Arrested, But Not Linked to Stabbing
A 29-year-old man was arrested nearby on suspicion of affray, but police stress he is not a suspect in the stabbing. He is currently in custody at a north London police station.
Police Seek Witnesses
Islington CID is leading the investigation and urges anyone with information or who witnessed the attack to come forward.
Contact Islington CID via 101 quoting CAD 1168 / 26may.
