A man in his 40s was stabbed in broad daylight on Leyton High Road on Sunday afternoon (11 May), prompting a swift response from the Metropolitan Police and the London Ambulance Service.
Police were called to the scene at 16:06hrs, where they found a 46-year-old man with stab injuries. He was taken to hospital for treatment.
Doctors confirmed that his injuries are non-life-threatening and non-life-changing, according to a police spokesperson.
Road Closures and Investigation
Leyton High Road was closed in both directions while emergency services dealt with the incident, causing traffic disruption for several hours. The road has since reopened to traffic.
As of now, no arrests have been made, and an investigation is ongoing.
Witness Appeal
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the stabbing or who has CCTV or dashcam footage from the area around 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM to come forward.
If you have any information that may assist, please call 101 and quote reference 4750/11MAY.
Anonymous tips can also be shared via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Community Reaction
Local residents have expressed shock at the stabbing on the busy high street, which is home to dozens of shops, cafes, and bus routes. One X user posted: “Hearing about a stabbing so close to home is terrifying. Hope the man recovers soon and they catch whoever did it.
The incident has reignited calls for increased police patrols and community outreach to reduce knife crime in the area.
Ongoing Crime Coverage
This incident adds to a string of recent stabbings in East London and forms part of our ongoing reporting on urban knife crime trends across the capital.
