Two men were stabbed in separate incidents across London on January 14, prompting appeals for information from the Metropolitan Police.
Teenager Stabbed in Finsbury Park
An 18-year-old man was stabbed in Blackstock Road near Ambler Road, Finsbury Park, at approximately 2:30pm. Emergency services attended the scene, and the victim was taken to the hospital, where he remains in a stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries.
The police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward. Contact the police on 101 or message @MetCC on X (formerly Twitter), quoting reference CAD 3274/14JAN.
Man Stabbed in Ilford
Hours later, at 5:46pm, a 20-year-old man was stabbed on High Road, Ilford. Paramedics treated the victim at the scene before transporting him to the hospital. His injuries are also reported to be non-life-threatening and non-life-changing.
As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with this incident. The police are urging anyone with information to call 101, quoting reference 5396/14JAN.
Police Appeals
The Metropolitan Police have not linked the two incidents, and investigations are ongoing. They continue to appeal to the public for assistance, emphasizing the importance of community cooperation in addressing knife crime.
Community Concerns
These stabbings highlight ongoing concerns over knife crime in the capital. Authorities are working to address the issue, urging residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities.
If you have information about these incidents, you can also provide details anonymously via Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.