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stabbing
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Violent Crime · NewhamStabbing Victim Rushed to Hospital After Plaistow Road Incident
One person has been taken to a major trauma centre after a stabbing on Plaistow Road in Plaistow. Emergency services, including London's Air Ambulance, attended the scene on October 8, prompting road closures and bus diversions.
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Violent Crime · WestminsterMan suffers life-changing injuries in Vauxhall Bridge Road stabbing
A man in his 40s has sustained potentially life-changing stab wounds in an incident on Vauxhall Bridge Road, Westminster. Police arrested a 39-year-old woman on suspicion of attempted murder.
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Violent Crime · WestminsterMan taken to hospital after stabbing near Victoria Station
A man was taken to a major trauma centre after a stabbing on Vauxhall Bridge Road near Victoria Station. One lane of the road remains closed while police investigate the incident.
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Violent Crime · WestminsterMan stabbed outside Apollo Victoria Theatre
A man was taken to a major trauma centre after being stabbed outside the Apollo Victoria Theatre in Westminster. Police cordoned off Vauxhall Bridge Road following the early morning attack on October 6.
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Violent Crime · RedbridgeThree arrested after Ilford double stabbing
Police have arrested three men following a double stabbing incident on Rutland Road in Ilford. Two men in their 20s were taken to hospital with stab wounds, while a third sustained minor injuries.
Redbridge2 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45- Policing · Westminster
Two men stabbed on Charing Cross Road; police urge public help
Police were called to an altercation on Charing Cross Road at 4:02 am on 4 October 2026. Two men in their 20s received treatment for stab wounds before being taken to hospital. No arrests have been made and enquiries continue under reference CAD1178/4OCT.
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Violent Crime · GreenwichThree arrested after teen stabbed in Greenwich
Three teenagers have been arrested following a stabbing in Charlton, Greenwich. The 19-year-old victim was found in a critical condition and taken to hospital. Police detained the suspects in Eltham.
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Mayfair stabbing: Man admits attempted robbery and wounding
A 58-year-old man has admitted stabbing another man in Mayfair during an attempted robbery. Ivan Stringer pleaded guilty to wounding with intent and attempted robbery at Southwark Crown Court. He will be sentenced on October 9.
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Violent Crime · BrentMan stabbed on Kilburn High Road; no arrests made
A man in his 40s was stabbed on Kilburn High Road on 30 September 2026. He was taken to hospital with injuries that are not life-threatening. No arrests have been made and police investigations are ongoing.
Brent2 min readTrust 54 · Craft 60 · Hype 15
Violent Crime · GreenwichTeenager in critical condition after Charlton stabbing; three arrested
A 19-year-old man is in critical condition following a stabbing in Charlton. Police arrested three teenagers, aged 17 and 18, in Eltham on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent. A cordon was in place on Charlton Church Lane.
Greenwich2 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45- Latest
Man hospitalised after Kilburn stabbing
A man in his 40s was taken to hospital after being found with stab injuries in Kilburn. Police were called to Kilburn High Road on Wednesday, 30 September, and have launched an investigation. No arrests have been made.
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LatestMan stabbed in Kilburn, police appeal for information
A man in his 40s has been taken to hospital following a stabbing on Kilburn High Road. Police were called to the incident on Wednesday, 30 September, and a cordon is currently in place on West End Lane.
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Violent Crime · HackneyMan arrested after alleged stabbing in Hackney group fight
A man has been arrested following a group brawl and alleged stabbing in Hackney. Police were called to Appleby Street on Friday 25 September 2026, after witnesses reported seeing a knife. The victim left the scene before officers arrived.
Hackney2 min readTrust 44 · Craft 60 · Hype 15
Violent Crime · HillingdonStabbing on Uxbridge High Street: Person taken to hospital
A person was taken to hospital after being stabbed on Uxbridge High Street. Paramedics were called to the scene before 2.50pm on September 25, with London's Air Ambulance also attending.
Hillingdon1 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 41- Violent Crime · London
Stabbing Reported Near Uxbridge Park
An incident involving a stabbing has been reported near Cowley Recreation Ground in Uxbridge. Police were present in the area following the event, which occurred in daylight.
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Violent Crime · HackneyMan stabbed on Hackney road; three arrested
A man in his 40s was taken to hospital with stab injuries after an incident on Aden Grove Road in Hackney on September 23. Two men and a woman were arrested at the scene on suspicion of grievous bodily harm.
Hackney2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 50 · Hype 45
Violent Crime · CroydonMan stabbed at Croydon supermarket
A man in his mid-30s was taken to hospital after being stabbed at a supermarket in Croydon on September 21. The Metropolitan Police are investigating and have appealed for witnesses.
Croydon2 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45- Violent Crime · London
Stabbing Incident Reported in South London
Emergency services have responded to a stabbing incident in south London. The situation is a developing story, with further details to be confirmed by authorities.
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Violent Crime · LambethMan stabbed at West Norwood junction taken to major trauma centre
A man was taken to a major trauma centre after being stabbed at the junction of Crown Lane and Beulah Hill in West Norwood on September 21. Specialist paramedics treated the victim at the scene before his transfer to hospital.
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Violent Crime · Islington28-year-old man dies after Clerkenwell stabbing
A murder investigation has been launched after a 28-year-old man died from stab wounds sustained in Clerkenwell. Police were called to Lloyd Baker Street on Wednesday evening and the victim was pronounced dead in hospital the following day. A Section 60 order is now in effect.
Islington3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 65