Man Fighting for Life After Croydon Stabbing
Police launch investigation after a man was found stabbed on Lodge Lane, Croydon, late Sunday night.
Serious Stabbing Rocks Croydon
Officers rushed to Lodge Lane at around 10:50 PM following reports of a man lying injured in the road. Emergency services, including paramedics and a trauma team, arrived fast. The victim, believed to be in his 40s, suffered serious stab wounds and was rushed to hospital. He remains in critical condition.
Crime Scene Established as Police Hunt Suspects
The Metropolitan Police have sealed off a crime scene in the area and are appealing for witnesses. No arrests have been made yet.
“Enquiries are ongoing, and we are doing everything we can to establish the circumstances surrounding this incident,” said a police spokesperson.
Community Urged to Help Solve the Crime
- Police urge anyone with information to call 101, quoting reference CAD 7151/02Feb.
- Witnesses or locals with CCTV or dashcam footage are asked to come forward.
This stabbing adds to rising violence concerns in Croydon. Authorities promise to do all they can to catch those responsible and keep the streets safe.
London Ambulance Service Statement
“We were called at 22.55pm on 2 February to reports of a stabbing in Lodge Lane, New Addington. We sent an ambulance crew, a paramedic in a fast response car, an incident response officer, and a trauma team. The patient was treated at the scene before transport to a major trauma centre,” said a spokesperson.
Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
