A man is recovering in a London trauma centre after being stabbed outside a McDonald’s on Barking High Street on Saturday evening. The incident, which took place around 8 p.m., prompted a swift response from police and paramedics.
Officers from the Metropolitan Police and paramedics from the London Ambulance Service arrived at the scene shortly after the stabbing was reported. Police officers rendered first aid to the injured man until he could be handed over to paramedics for further treatment. The man was then transported to a nearby trauma centre, where he is receiving care for his injuries.
A crime scene has been established around the McDonald’s location as detectives work to gather evidence and interview witnesses. The Metropolitan Police have launched a stabbing investigation to determine the circumstances of the incident and identify any potential suspects.
The London Ambulance Service has been contacted for a statement regarding the incident, but details about the man’s condition remain limited.
The police are urging anyone with information about the stabbing to come forward as they continue their investigation. This incident has raised concerns about public safety in the area, and authorities are committed to ensuring justice is served.
A Spokesman for the Met Police said: At around 8pmon Saturday, 9 November, police were called to a man stabbed in East Street, Barking.
Officers attended. The 18-year-old man was taken to hospital suffering stab injuries. His condition has been assessed as not life-threatening or life-changing.
There has been no arrest at this stage. Anyone with information or any witnesses yet to speak with police are asked to call 101, ref 6012/10nov.
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