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Teenager stabbed and robbed in Mitcham

Police are appealing for witnesses after a 16-year-old boy was attacked on Yorkshire Road.

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A 16-year-old boy was stabbed and robbed in Mitcham on Sunday, September 13. The attack took place along Yorkshire Road.

Metropolitan Police were called to the scene at 4:17pm, attending with the London Ambulance Service. The boy was assessed for a stab wound and subsequently taken to hospital. His injuries were assessed as neither life-threatening nor life-changing.

As of the time of reporting, no arrests have been made. Police enquiries into the incident are continuing.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is asked to contact police by dialling 101 and quoting the reference CAD4688/13SEP26.

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01When and where did the incident happen?

A 16-year-old boy was stabbed and robbed on Yorkshire Road in Mitcham on Sunday, September 13. The police were called to the location at 4:17pm.

02What were the injuries sustained by the victim?

The 16-year-old boy suffered a stab wound. His injuries were assessed by medical professionals and were deemed to be neither life-threatening nor life-changing.

03Have any arrests been made?

No arrests have been made in connection with the stabbing and robbery. Police investigations are ongoing, and they are appealing for information from the public.

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