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Man injured in knife attack after fight on Byng Street

Police are investigating the incident which occurred in the early hours of October 24.

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Police were called to Byng Street in Canary Wharf following reports of a fight. Officers found a man in his 20s who had sustained a knife injury to his hand. The Metropolitan Police stated that the injury was assessed as non-life-threatening or life-changing.

The incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, October 24. A large section of Byng Street, near the Marlin Apartments, was cordoned off by police while they responded to the assault.

As of the time of reporting, no arrests have been made. Police enquiries into the incident are ongoing. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the police on 101, quoting reference CAD 0039/24OCT, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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01What happened on Byng Street?

Police were called to Byng Street following reports of a fight. A man in his 20s was found with a non-life-threatening knife injury to his hand.

02When did the incident occur?

The incident took place in the early hours of Tuesday, October 24.

03Have any arrests been made?

No arrests have been made at this time. Police investigations into the incident are continuing.

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