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Man found with injuries on Woolwich street

Police were called to Herbert Road on Saturday evening where an air ambulance also attended the scene.

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Police discovered a man with injuries on Herbert Road, Woolwich, on Saturday, 26 September. Officers responded to the scene at around 17:45 and provided first aid before the man, who is in his 20s, was taken to hospital by the London Ambulance Service. He received treatment for injuries that were not life-changing.

An air ambulance was also present at the incident. The Metropolitan Police stated that no arrests have been made at this stage and the investigation into the circumstances of the incident is continuing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference CAD5277/26SEP, or to call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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01What happened on Herbert Road, Woolwich?

Officers found a man in his 20s with injuries on Herbert Road at approximately 17:45 on Saturday, 26 September. He received hospital treatment for non-life-changing injuries, and an air ambulance attended the scene.

02Have any arrests been made?

No arrests have been made at this stage. The Metropolitan Police are continuing their investigation into the incident that occurred on Herbert Road.

03How can I report information about the incident?

If you have any information, you can contact the police by calling 101 and quoting reference CAD5277/26SEP. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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