A man in his 50s has been rushed to hospital after suffering stab wounds in a broad daylight attack on Church Road in Leyton, East London.
The incident occurred at approximately 3:29pm on Monday, April 14, prompting a swift response from the Metropolitan Police and London Ambulance Service.
In a statement issued by the Met, officers confirmed that they attended the scene alongside paramedics, who provided emergency treatment to the victim before transporting him to hospital.
“We await an update on his condition,” the police said. “At this early stage, there have been no arrests.”
Crime Scene and Road Closures in Place
A crime scene has been established in the area, with road closures implemented as investigations continue. Officers remain on site conducting forensic examinations and speaking to potential witnesses.
The circumstances surrounding the stabbing are not yet clear, and police have not released any details about a possible motive or suspect.
Appeal for Information
Detectives are urging anyone who may have seen anything suspicious in the area around the time of the attack to come forward.
Members of the public can contact Metropolitan Police via 101, quoting incident reference ChurchRoad/14Apr, or provide information anonymously via Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
