Knife Horror in Hackney: Man Stabbed in Early Hours
A man in his late twenties was stabbed in North London in the early hours of Saturday morning. Police raced to Upper Clapton Road, Hackney, after reports came in at 1:20 a.m.
Victim Stable But Attacker Still At Large
Paramedics treated the victim at the scene before rushing him to hospital, where he remains stable. The stabbing/" title="Stabbing" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">stabbing happened near Upper Clapton Road or Southwold Road. So far, no arrests have been made and the knifeman is still on the run.
Major Crime Scene Locks Down Area
A large crime scene was set up opposite Hendale 1 with the area cordoned off and heavy police presence.
“Police were called to Upper Clapton Road at 01:20hrs on Saturday, 15 October following reports of a stabbing,” a spokesperson said.
“Following a search, a male in his late twenties was found and treated before being taken to hospital. His condition is neither life-threatening nor life-altering.”
“It is believed the victim was stabbed near Upper Clapton Road/Southwold Road. No arrests have been made. Crime scenes remain in place and investigations are ongoing.”
Residents are urged to stay vigilant as police hunt the attacker.
