Four Teens Stabbed in Late-Night Knife Attack in Kennington
Four teenagers ended up in hospital following a violent stabbing on John Ruskin Street, Kennington, just before midnight on Saturday, July 29.
Police and Ambulance Rush to Scene
Officers arrived quickly after reports of a fight. The London Ambulance Service also attended. Two boys, aged 16 and 18, were found with stab wounds and rushed to hospital. Luckily, their injuries are not life-threatening.
Minutes later, two more teens, aged 15 and 16, arrived at hospital with stab wounds. Their injuries are also serious but not life-threatening.
15-Year-Old Arrested Then Released on Bail
A 15-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm in connection with the attack. He has since been released on bail. His court date is set for late October.
A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said: “Police were called at 11.59 pm on Saturday, 29 July, to reports of a fight off John Ruskin Street, SE5. Officers and the London Ambulance Service found a 16-year-old boy and an 18-year-old man with stab injuries. Neither is believed to have life-threatening injuries.”
Investigation Ongoing — Police Ask for Witnesses
Officers are probing the circumstances behind the stabbing and urge anyone with information to come forward. You can contact the police by calling 101 or tweeting @MetCC with reference 8821/29JUL.
The violent incident has raised alarm about youth violence in the area. Authorities are keen to get to the bottom of what sparked the attack and encourage the local community to support efforts to prevent more attacks.
