Blackheath Bus Stabbing: Man, 40, Arrested After Early Morning Attack
Knife Horror on Blackheath Bus
A 40-year-old man was snapped up by cops after a stabbing on a bus near Shooters Hill in Blackheath. The drama unfolded just after 4.30am on Sunday, March 30, at the junction of Stratheden Road and Langton Way.
Emergency services rushed to the scene where they found a 24-year-old man with a stab wound. He was whisked to hospital with injuries thankfully not life-threatening or life-changing.
Arrest and Injuries at the Scene
The suspect was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm at the scene. Cops say he also suffered a head injury and was treated in hospital before being hauled into custody. He remains locked up as the probe continues.
Chaos spilled over when a police officer got hurt by shattered glass during the incident. The officer was treated for their injuries on site.
Police Speak Out
“Police and the London Ambulance Service were called shortly after 04:30hrs on Sunday, 30 March to reports of an altercation on a bus in Stratheden Road/Langton Way, Blackheath SE3. A man aged 24 was found to have a stab wound and was taken to hospital. His condition has since been assessed as neither life-threatening nor life-changing,” said a Metropolitan Police spokesperson.
“A 40-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. He was taken to hospital for treatment for a head injury and then taken into police custody. A police officer also received medical treatment for an injury caused by glass at the scene.”
Investigation Ongoing – Locals Shocked
Detectives have kept a crime scene cordon in place as they piece together what sparked the vicious attack. The Met urges anyone who saw the incident or has info to call 101 or ring Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111.
The shocking violence has rattled local residents, leaving many stunned that such a brutal attack could happen on public transport.
