A teenage boy has been rushed to hospital after being stabbed in a playground in South London on Saturday evening (May 18). Around 8pm, the London Ambulance Service were called to the playground on Streatham Common after reports that a man had been seriously injured.
When they arrived, they found the teenager had been stabbed and called the Metropolitan Police. He was rushed to hospital in a life-threatening condition.
The boy is now stable and recovering from the stab wound, the Metropolitan Police has said. A man was arrested at the scene and was taken into custody by officers, but has now been bailed.
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The police are carrying out further enquiries, with detectives urging people to come forward if they have any information about the stabbing.
Detective Sergeant Matt Summerfield, who is leading the investigation, said: “We know this incident has caused significant concern in the community and we are working hard to identify anyone who may have been involved. This attack took place on a summer’s evening and we know there were other people in the area or close by.
“We have spoken to a number of these individuals but believe there are others who have information that could help our investigation. If you think you may have seen something or noticed anyone acting suspiciously, please contact us immediately.
“There will be an increased police presence in the area over the coming days and officers will be happy to speak to anyone who has any questions.” Anyone with information should call 101 with reference 6961/18May.
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