Two stabbed in Plumstead early hours, police seek witnesses
A man and woman, both 30, were taken to hospital after an attack on Barnfield Road on 9 August
Incident → evidence → outcomeTwo people were stabbed in Plumstead in the early hours of Sunday, 9 August. Emergency services were called to Barnfield Road, off Plumstead Common Road, shortly after 3.50am following reports of an attack.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed that a man and woman, both aged 30, were treated for stab injuries at the scene. They were taken to hospital, where their conditions were assessed as not life-threatening or life-changing.
Police appeal for witnesses
No arrests have been made in connection with the incident, and the investigation is continuing. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward. Witnesses can contact officers on 101, quoting reference CAD1264/09AUG.
A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said their crews were called to the scene at 3.58am. Resources sent included an ambulance crew, a paramedic in a fast response car, a clinical team manager, and an incident response officer.
The spokesperson added that the two patients were treated at the scene before being transported to hospital for further care.
What happens next
The Metropolitan Police have not released further details about the incident. Enquiries are ongoing, and officers are reviewing CCTV footage and speaking to local residents. The public is asked to remain vigilant and report any information that may assist the investigation.
Questions this report answers
01What happened in Plumstead on 9 August?
A man and woman, both 30, were stabbed on Barnfield Road in Plumstead at 3.50am. They were taken to hospital with injuries that are not life-threatening or life-changing. The Metropolitan Police are investigating the incident.
02Have the police made any arrests?
No arrests have been made in connection with the stabbing. The Metropolitan Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward and assist with the ongoing investigation.
03How can witnesses help the police?
Witnesses are asked to contact the Metropolitan Police on 101, quoting reference CAD1264/09AUG. Any information, no matter how small, could assist the investigation into the stabbing on Barnfield Road.
04What was the condition of the victims?
The victims, a man and woman both aged 30, were treated for stab injuries. The Metropolitan Police confirmed their conditions are not life-threatening or life-changing, and they were taken to hospital for further treatment.
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