Serious Assault Near East India DLR Sparks Major Police Response

Chaos erupted near the East India DLR station late Wednesday after a serious assault. Police rushed to the scene just before midnight and swiftly set up multiple crime scene cordons, including sealing off John Smith Mews.

Damaged VW Golf Abandoned After Collision

Investigators discovered a battered dark-coloured VW Golf stranded in the street. The car showed clear signs of a smash-up – rear wheel damaged and a huge dent from crashing into a lamp post, which now lies in ruins nearby.

The driver reportedly fled the scene, leaving the car behind.

Police Deploy Specialist Dogs in Hunt for Clues

Met Police quickly brought in specialist search dogs trained to sniff out drugs and weapons. The canines are combing the area for any vital evidence connected to the assault and collision.

Official updates from the Met Police are awaited as the investigation continues.

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