Knife Attack Sparks Chaos on Woolwich Street

A brutal stabbing unfolded on a Woolwich street today, leaving a man injured and police scrambling for suspects.

Fight Breaks Out on Plumstead Road

At 4:07pm on May 13, officers rushed to Plumstead Road after reports of a violent brawl involving a group of men, some wielding knives. Witnesses told police that weapons were brandished during the fight.

Victim Rushed to Hospital

Police found a man in his twenties with a stab wound. London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance gave urgent treatment before he was rushed to hospital. Thankfully, his injuries are not life-threatening or life-changing.

Police Hunt Armed Suspects

Despite a thorough search, officers could not find the attackers. Detectives are appealing for anyone with information to step forward.

  • Call police at 101, quoting CAD 5218/13MAY.
  • Or provide anonymous tips to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said: “Police were called at 16:07hrs on Monday, 13 May to reports of a group of males fighting – some allegedly seen to be armed with knives – on Plumstead Road, Woolwich.

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