Teen Stabbed on Ilford Bus – Critical Condition
17-Year-Old Boy Slashed on Route 145 Bus
A 17-year-old lad is fighting for his life after a brutal stabbing on a bus in Ilford on Saturday evening, November 16. The attack happened on a Route 145 bus, leaving the teenager with serious injuries.
The Metropolitan Police were called at around 5:25 PM to reports of the wounded boy on Ilford High Road. Paramedics from the London Ambulance Service rushed to the scene, where the youngster was found with a stab wound. He was quickly taken to hospital and remains in a critical condition.
Scene of the Crime
The victim reportedly left the bus near Lynton House on Ilford High Road after the attack. Police were alerted at this spot and launched an immediate investigation.
Police Hunt Suspect with CCTV and Witnesses
Detectives from the Roads and Transport Policing Command are leading the probe. They’re combing through CCTV footage from the bus and nearby areas. Witnesses who saw the stabbing or events around it are being urged to come forward.
No arrests have been made yet.
Police Appeal: Speak Up Now
- If you have info, call 101 quoting reference CAD 5522/16NOV.
- You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Community Left Shaken
The stabbing has rocked Ilford residents, raising fears about safety on public transport. The Met Police have promised to crack down on the culprit and reassure the public that bus safety is a top priority.
The investigation is ongoing.
