Man Arrested After Brutal Assault on Walworth Road
A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm following a serious attack on Walworth Road, Southwark, early this morning.
Early Morning Attack Shocks Southwark
Police rushed to Walworth Road at 7.24am after reports of an assault. They found a 40-year-old man injured at the scene. The victim was quickly taken to hospital, where medics confirmed his injuries are non-life-threatening and non-life-changing.
Crime Scene Established, Investigation Underway
A crime scene was set up on the busy South London road as officers carried out initial enquiries. A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said:
“At 07:24hrs on Friday, 27 June, officers and the London Ambulance Service responded to reports of an assault on Walworth Road, Southwark. One victim, a 40-year-old man, presented with injuries. He was taken to hospital where his condition was not deemed life-threatening or life-changing.
A man in his thirties has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. A crime scene has been established and enquiries are ongoing.”
Police Issue Urgent Appeal for Witnesses
Detectives are asking anyone who saw the incident or knows anything relevant to come forward. You can quote reference 1348/27Jun when contacting police.
- Contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111
- Or report info to police directly
Walworth Road has now reopened to traffic, but the investigation continues.
