London Road Croydon stabbing: Two men taken to hospital

Officers were called to reports of a stabbing in London Road just before 5.10pm yesterday (March 18).

A 21-year-old man was found with a knife injury and a 29-year-old man with a head injury.

They were both taken to a south London hospital where their conditions were not life-threatening.

A 29-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of affray following the incident.

Police enquiries into the circumstances continue.

A spokesperson for Metropolitan Police said: “Police were called at 5.08pm on Monday, March 18 to reports of a stabbing at London Road, Croydon. Officers and London Ambulance Service [LAS] attended.

“At the scene a 21-year-old man was found with knife injuries. A second man, aged 29, was found with a head injury.

“Both were taken to south London hospitals where their conditions were not life threatening.

“A 29-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of affray.

“Enquiries continue. Anyone who witnessed this incident or has footage should call police on 101 or post on X @MetCC quoting 5361/18MAR.

“To remain 100 per cent anonymous call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.”

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