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Three arrested after teen stabbed in Greenwich

A 19-year-old victim was taken to hospital in a critical condition following an incident on Charlton Church Lane.

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Three teenagers have been arrested in connection with a stabbing incident in Charlton, Greenwich. A 19-year-old man was found in a critical condition after the attack on Charlton Church Lane on Wednesday, September 30.

Police were called to the scene at 8:50 pm. The victim received treatment from emergency services at the location before being transported to hospital. A London Ambulance Service spokesperson confirmed they were alerted at 8:51 pm and a trauma team arrived within approximately five minutes to provide care.

Arrests Made in Eltham

The arrested individuals include a 17-year-old boy and two 18-year-old men. They were detained by officers in Eltham. The initial arrests were made on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent.

The two 18-year-old men were further detained on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon and theft of a motor vehicle. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.

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01What happened in Charlton?

A 19-year-old man was stabbed on Charlton Church Lane on Wednesday, September 30. He was taken to hospital in a critical condition. Three teenagers have been arrested in connection with the incident.

02Who was arrested?

Police arrested a 17-year-old boy and two 18-year-old men. They were detained in Eltham on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent, possession of an offensive weapon, and theft of a motor vehicle.

03When did the incident occur?

The stabbing took place on Wednesday, September 30. Police were called to the scene at 8:50 pm, and the ambulance service was alerted at 8:51 pm.

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