Knife Fight Erupts at Dagenham Fast Food Spot – Eight Arrested

Police swooped on a violent clash at a fast food joint in Dagenham, arresting eight men after a brutal fight involving knives and bats. The drama unfolded on Tuesday night, May 28, at around 9.25pm on Porters Avenue.

Violence Spills Inside and Outside Restaurant

Officers arrived to find chaos both inside and outside the eatery. The suspects had fled before police showed up but were soon traced.

Victims Found with Knife Wounds at Nearby Home

Just 21 minutes later, London Ambulance Service called police to an address on Eastern Avenue, Ilford. There, two men were treated for knife wounds, while three others had minor injuries. All five were rushed to an east London hospital, with none in life-threatening condition.

Eight Men Bailed After GBH Charges

  • 26-year-old male
  • 21-year-old male
  • 18-year-old male
  • 17-year-old male
  • 61-year-old male
  • 23-year-old male
  • 28-year-old male
  • 19-year-old male

All eight were arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm (GBH) and released on bail, set to return in late June.

Call for Witnesses

Detectives urge anyone who saw the incident or has information to come forward. Contact East Area Command on 101 quoting 7994/28MAY, tweet @MetCC, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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