A 19-year-old is fighting for his life after a savage stabbing in New Cross on Tuesday night.

Teen Stabbed in New Cross: Critical Condition

The brutal attack happened at 9.50pm on December 9 on Clifton Rise. The young victim was given emergency treatment at the scene before being rushed to hospital. He remains in a critical condition.

Police Launch Massive Hunt, No Arrests Yet

Officers set up a full-day cordon covering Clifton Rise, Fordham Park, and Achilles Street on December 9, but no suspects have been caught. The Met says urgent enquiries are underway as detectives work to unravel the attack.

“Around 21:50hrs on Tuesday, 9 November, officers attended Clifton Rise, New Cross, following reports of a stabbing,” a Met Police spokesperson said.

“A 19-year-old man was treated at the scene for stab wounds. He was taken to hospital, where he remains in life-threatening condition. No arrests have been made, and police are making urgent enquiries.”

Witnesses Urged to Come Forward

Police are desperate for anyone with information to speak up. Call 101 quoting CAD 7819/09DEC. You can also give info anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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