Detectives investigating the serious assault of a 16-year-old boy in east London have arrested a teenager in connection with the attack

A 16-year-old boy was arrested in connection with a stabbing on board a Route 158 bus on Blackhorse Lane, E17, at about 3.15pm on Tuesday, 21 March. He is currently in custody at an east London police station.

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The victim remains in the hospital in a critical but stable condition. His family have been informed and are being supported by officers.