Two Men Injured in Barking Brawl – Police Launch Probe
The Metropolitan Police have opened an investigation after a violent incident in Barking left two men in their 20s injured in the early hours of Thursday, 26 June 2025.
Early Morning Attack on Arboretum Place
Officers were called to Arboretum Place at 1.06am, where they found a man suffering from head injuries. Paramedics treated him at the scene before rushing him to hospital. Thankfully, his condition is stable and not life-threatening or life-changing.
A second man turned up at a local hospital shortly afterwards, bearing stab wounds. Police confirmed his condition is also stable, with no immediate threat to his life.
Crime Scene Sealed Off as Investigation Continues
A crime scene was set up at the junction of London Road and Ripple Road but has since been closed. Officers are working hard to piece together what sparked the attack and are following multiple lines of inquiry.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Detectives urge anyone with information to come forward. You can contact the Metropolitan Police on 101 or submit anonymous tips via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Stay tuned for more updates as the investigation unfolds.
