Teen Stabbed to Death on Woolwich Street as Police Launch Major Manhunt
Fatal Attack Shocks Woolwich
A teenage boy has been fatally stabbed on Woolwich New Road, sparking chaos and a police lockdown. The assault unfolded just before 5.25pm, sending shockwaves through the community.
Bystanders Tried to Save Victim
Passersby rushed to help, with a harrowing video showing a man desperately giving chest compressions while the boy lay bleeding on the pavement. Met Police officers soon took over first aid efforts but, tragically, the victim was pronounced dead at 6.08pm. Police have not released the exact age of the boy.
A large crowd gathered at the scene but officers urged them to disperse: “Please leave the area, allow us to do what we need to do to save this man’s life.”
Massive Police Operation Underway
Following reports the suspect may be inside a nearby Tesco, armed police evacuated the store and launched a search. Three police tents and a vast cordon now block off Woolwich New Road and surrounding streets, including Woolwich Arsenal Park.
An air ambulance arrived earlier but has since taken off. Meanwhile, police continue to comb the area, urging witnesses to come forward.
Investigation in Early Stages
In a statement, police confirmed:
“Officers attended Woolwich New Road and found a teenage boy suffering from a stab injury. They immediately provided first aid prior to the arrival of the London Ambulance Service. Despite their efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene at 18:08hrs.
“A post-mortem examination will be held in due course. A crime scene is in place and officers remain in the area. Enquiries continue. Any witnesses are asked to call police via 101 quoting reference Cad 5748/05Jul.”
No arrests have been made yet, and formal identification of the victim is still pending as officers notify the family.
