Man, 20, Stabbed in Westminster – Police Launch Section 60 Order

Police scrambled to Hall Place in Westminster at 5.20pm today after reports of a stabbing.

A 20-year-old man received emergency treatment at the scene before being rushed to hospital. His injuries are being treated as potentially life-threatening.

So far, no arrests have been made.

Section 60 Stop and Search Powers Activated

Following the attack, police have authorised a Section 60 Order across the entire boroughs of Westminster, Kensington, and Chelsea. This gives officers wider powers to stop and search without suspicion.

Police Appeal for Witnesses

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 101, quoting reference CAD 5342/27 Jan.

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