Stabbing at New Cross Overground station disrupts services for two hours

A stabbing at New Cross Overground station in Lewisham on 18 August left one person with severe injuries. The incident occurred shortly after 16:30, prompting an immediate response from emergency services.

British Transport Police (BTP) confirmed the victim was taken to hospital. Their condition is described as severe but not life-threatening. The victim’s age and gender have not been disclosed.

Emergency response and transport disruption

London Ambulance Service dispatched an ambulance crew and a paramedic in a fast response car to the scene. The first paramedic arrived within seven minutes. The victim was treated at the station before being transported to a major trauma centre.

A spokesperson for the London Ambulance Service said: "We were called at 4:38pm yesterday to reports of a stabbing at New Cross Station, SE14. We treated a patient at the scene and took him to a major trauma centre as a priority."

Southeastern and Overground services were significantly disrupted. Southeastern trains bypassed New Cross station for over two hours. Windrush line services between Dalston Junction and New Cross were also affected. The station reopened just before 19:00.

Police investigation and witness appeal

BTP are leading the investigation into the stabbing. Officers are reviewing evidence and appealing for witnesses to come forward. Anyone with information is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 552 of 18 August.

Photographs taken at the scene showed multiple police vehicles outside the station. Crowds gathered as officers secured the area. The investigation is ongoing, and no arrests have been reported.

What happens next

BTP will continue their enquiries into the circumstances of the stabbing. Witnesses who have not yet come forward are urged to contact police. The victim remains in hospital, and their condition is being monitored.

Transport operators have not indicated any further disruptions. Southeastern and Overground services are running as scheduled following the reopening of New Cross station.