Teenager stabbed in Leyton, another arrested
Police are appealing for witnesses after a 15-year-old boy sustained potentially life-changing injuries in an attack on Church Road.
A 15-year-old boy is receiving treatment for potentially life-changing injuries after being stabbed in Leyton. Police were called to Church Road at approximately 5.55pm on Tuesday, October 27, following reports of an assault. Officers found the injured teenager at the scene and he was taken to a major trauma centre.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed that another 15-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm in connection with the incident. He has since been released on bail pending further police enquiries.
Police appeal for information
The London Ambulance Service stated that they were called at 5.52pm on October 27 to reports of a stabbing on Church Road. A crew and a fast response paramedic attended, treated a patient at the scene, and conveyed them to hospital as a priority.
Detectives are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information to come forward. Police can be contacted on 101, quoting reference CAD5427/27OCT. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Questions this report answers
01What happened in Leyton on Tuesday, October 27?
A 15-year-old boy was stabbed on Church Road. He sustained injuries described as potentially life-changing and was taken to a major trauma centre for treatment. Police were called to the scene at approximately 5.55pm.
02Has anyone been arrested in connection with the stabbing?
Yes, another 15-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. He has since been released on bail pending further police enquiries as investigations continue.
03What should I do if I have information about the incident?
Police are asking for anyone with information to contact them by calling 101 and quoting reference CAD5427/27OCT. You can also provide information anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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