Four Men Stabbed in Brutal Early-Morning Brawl in Stratford
A violent fight erupted in Stratford in the early hours of Friday, February 14, leaving four men injured and sparking a major police investigation.
Chaos on The Broadway: What Happened?
Just before 4 AM, the Metropolitan Police rushed to The Broadway near Stratford Centre following reports of a group fight. The scene quickly turned grim as officers discovered four men hurt in the melee.
Victims Suffer Stab Wounds and Facial Injuries
- Three men aged 22, 32, and 36 were stabbed.
- A 26-year-old man suffered a jaw injury.
Police confirmed none of the injuries are life-threatening or life-changing, but the seriousness of the attack has shaken the local community.
Travel Chaos as A11 Broadway Shuts Down
- The A11 Broadway remains closed near Stratford’s Tube, DLR, Overground, and National Rail stations.
- Diversions affect nearly a dozen bus routes.
- Heavy traffic jams have built up on Romford Road, Vicarage Road, and The Grove, stretching back to Maryland Station.
One Arrest Made, Police Hunt Continues
Police initially reported four arrests but later confirmed only one suspect is in custody linked to the stabbing.
Ambulance Rush to Scene
A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said:
“We were called at 4:04 AM to reports of a stabbing on The Broadway, Stratford. We sent ambulance crews, an incident response officer, clinical team manager, paramedics from the tactical response unit and a trauma team from London’s Air Ambulance. Our first paramedics arrived in less than four minutes. Four patients were treated and taken to hospital.”
Police Plea: Witnesses Urged to Speak Out
Officers are calling on anyone who saw the fight or has information to come forward. You can:
- Call 101 or message @MetCC on X (formerly Twitter) quoting reference 770/14FEB
- Report anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111
The investigation is ongoing as police work to bring those responsible to justice.
