Police seal off busy North End high street as investigation kicks off
A 16-year-old boy was stabbed right in front of terrified shoppers in Croydon town centre yesterday afternoon (April 15). The attack happened at around 2:50pm on North End, the busy pedestrianised stretch linking Centrale and Whitgift shopping centres.
Paramedics rush to treat teen, injuries not life-threatening
Emergency crews treated the boy at the scene before rushing him to the hospital. The Metropolitan Police confirmed his injuries are serious but not life-changing or life-threatening.
Scene sealed off, no arrests yet
Photos show police cordoning off the area near the Marks & Spencer entrance. Despite an intensive investigation, no arrests have been made so far.
“Around 14:50hrs on Wednesday, 15 April, police attended North End, Croydon, following reports of a stabbing,” a Met Police spokesperson said. “A 16-year-old boy was treated at the scene for stab injuries. He was taken to hospital, where his injuries were declared non-life-changing and non-life-threatening. No arrests have been made, and officers are making enquiries.”
Witnesses urged to come forward
Police are calling on anyone who saw the incident to contact them on 101, quoting reference 4554/15APR. Alternatively, people can report anonymously via Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
