London has been rocked by a wave of violent incidents this week, with six people stabbed in the space of just three days, including one fatal attack in Kennington. The stabbings, which took place across multiple boroughs between April 14 and 17, have prompted widespread concern and a number of ongoing police investigations.
Here is a breakdown of the known incidents, based on information from the Metropolitan Police:
Kennington – April 14
Man, 21, dies after stabbing
- Giovanny Rendon Bedoya, 21, was found with serious stab wounds on Hillingdon Street at around 9.20pm.
- Despite the efforts of emergency services, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
- Five men and one woman, all in their 20s, were arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in custody.
Leyton – April 14
Man in his 50s stabbed outside fire station
- The attack occurred around 3.30pm on Church Road, outside Leyton Fire Station.
- The victim, in his 50s, was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
- No arrests have been made.
Palmers Green – April 15
19-year-old stabbed in restaurant
- A 19-year-old man was stabbed inside a restaurant on Green Lanes, near Aldermans Hill, at around 2.50pm.
- He was taken to hospital, where his injuries were deemed non-life-threatening.
- Police enquiries are ongoing, with no arrests so far.
Hackney – April 15
Man in 30s stabbed in evening altercation
- Police were called to Shakespeare Walk just before 9.30pm following reports of a disturbance.
- A man in his 30s was found with stab wounds and taken to hospital. His injuries were non-life-changing.
- No arrests have been made.
Northolt – April 16
Teenage girl stabbed near school
- A 17-year-old girl was stabbed near Alec Reed Academy on Godfrey Avenue at around 8.15pm.
- She suffered a cut to the head and was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
- A man was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm (GBH) and remains in custody.
Kingsbury – April 17
Man in 20s stabbed "several times"
- Officers were called to Kingsbury Road shortly before 1.50pm, where a man in his 20s was found with multiple stab wounds.
- He was taken to hospital with injuries assessed as potentially life-changing.
- No arrests have been made.
Ongoing Police Appeals
Metropolitan Police continue to urge anyone with information about these incidents to come forward, especially those who may have CCTV, dashcam, or phone footage.
To report information:
- Call 101
- Or contact Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111
The string of attacks highlights ongoing concerns around knife crime in the capital, with communities calling for stronger preventative action and visible policing.
This is a developing story. Further updates will follow as investigations progress.
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