Teen Stabbed Amid Brawl Involving 100 Teens at Crystal Palace Park
Chaos erupted at Crystal Palace Park last Friday when a massive fight involving around 100 teenagers broke out, leaving one teen stabbed. A large police cordon quickly sealed off the park and nearby bus station as officers launched an urgent probe.
Air Ambulance Rushed Injured Teen to Hospital
The London Air Ambulance touched down close by to treat the 16-year-old victim. He was rushed to hospital with stab wounds, though thankfully his injuries aren’t life-threatening.
Police Tighten Grip with Stop-and-Search Powers
A Metropolitan Police spokesperson confirmed:
“Police were called at 21:03hrs on Friday, 17 June to reports of a stabbing in the Crystal Palace Parade.
Officers, supported by London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance, attended promptly. A 16-year-old was taken to hospital with stab wounds, but his condition is not life-threatening.
Enquiries remain ongoing. Anyone with info should call 101 quoting CAD 7292/17Jun, or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
To stop further violence, a Section 60 order is in effect across Crystal Palace until 04:00 Saturday, 18 June, giving officers enhanced stop-and-search powers.
