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Man arrested in Southwark over Sevenoaks stabbing

A 46-year-old man was detained on Walworth Road following an incident that left two men with stab wounds.

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A 46-year-old man has been arrested in Southwark following a serious assault in Borough Green, Kent. The arrest occurred on Walworth Road at 6.25pm on October 8, according to information reported by News Shopper and This Is Local London.

Details of the incident

Kent Police were called to a property on Sevenoaks Road in Borough Green at 7.40am on October 8 following reports of a domestic incident. Officers, including firearms units and paramedics, attended the scene. Two men were found to have sustained injuries consistent with stab wounds. A woman also suffered minor injuries to her arm and face.

One of the injured men was transported to a London hospital for treatment of injuries described as life-changing. The second man was taken to a local hospital. An extensive area search was conducted in Borough Green, supported by the National Police Air Service helicopter.

Ongoing investigation

Following extensive inquiries, the 46-year-old man was arrested on Walworth Road in the London Borough of Southwark. He remains in custody while detectives continue their investigation into the serious assault. The reports indicate the incident was investigated by detectives.

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01Where did the serious assault take place?

The serious assault occurred on Sevenoaks Road in Borough Green, Kent. Kent Police were called to the scene on October 8, following reports of a domestic incident.

02What injuries were sustained during the incident?

Two men sustained injuries consistent with stab wounds. One man was taken to a London hospital with injuries described as life-changing. A woman suffered minor arm and facial injuries.

03Where was the arrest made?

A 46-year-old man was arrested on Walworth Road in the London Borough of Southwark. This arrest followed extensive inquiries by detectives investigating the incident in Kent.

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