A stabbing drama unfolded on Brighton Road, Purley, last Monday afternoon, sending shockwaves through the quiet neighbourhood.

Teen Stabbed in Broad Daylight

Police rushed to the scene at 4.46pm on September 12 following reports of a stabbing. Officers arrived alongside paramedics from the London Ambulance Service to find a 16-year-old boy with serious stab wounds. Another 16-year-old suffered a minor head injury.

Victim Rushed to Hospital

The stabbed teenager was quickly taken to hospital, with his condition still unknown. Meanwhile, a crime scene was sealed off as cops launched a full-scale investigation.

No Arrests Yet

Despite the swift response, no arrests have been made so far. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward as the hunt for answers continues.

Officers were called to Brighton Road, Purley, on Monday September 12 at 4.46pm to reports of a stabbing,” a Met Police spokesperson said. “The boy with stab wounds has been taken to hospital. We await an update on his condition. There have been no arrests. A crime scene has been put in place.”

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