In a distressing incident, a 13-year-old boy has been hospitalised following a stabbing that occurred in Crystal Palace. The incident took place on Beulah Hill, near the junction with Spurgeon Road, at approximately 5:30 pm on January 22.
Upon receiving reports of the incident, officers from the Metropolitan Police promptly arrived at the scene and discovered the injured boy. He was immediately provided with on-site medical attention before being transported to the hospital for further treatment. Fortunately, the injuries sustained by the young victim were assessed as non-life-threatening.
As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the incident. The Metropolitan Police is actively investigating the case, working to establish the circumstances surrounding the stabbing.
A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police issued the following statement: “Police are in Beulah Hill, junction with Spurgeon Road, after calls around 5:30pm on January 22 to reports of a stabbing. A 13-year-old boy was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital; his injuries are not being treated as life-threatening or life-changing. At this early stage, there have been no arrests. Police are working to establish what happened.”
Authorities are urging anyone who may have information related to the incident to come forward and assist with the ongoing investigation. Those with information are encouraged to contact the police at 101, referencing CAD 5240/22 Jan
