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A teenage boy was rushed to hospital with serious stab wounds following a late-night attack...

Published: 6:38 pm October 19, 2025
Updated: 6:35 pm February 3, 2026
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A teenage boy was rushed to hospital with serious stab wounds following a late-night attack in Thornhill Gardens, East London.

Emergency Crews Rush to the Scene

The Met Police were alerted at 9:20pm on October 18. London’s Air Ambulance and the London Ambulance Service arrived swiftly to provide urgent aid.

The boy’s condition is described as life-threatening but currently stable.

Suspect Arrested

A man, age unknown, has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. Police continue their investigation at pace.

A Met Police spokesperson said: “At around 21:20hrs on Saturday, 18 October police were called to reports of stabbing in Thornhill Gardens, E10. Officers attended alongside London Ambulance and Air Ambulance. A teenage boy was found suffering a stab injury. He has been taken to hospital where his condition is life threatening but stable.

One man, age yet to be confirmed, has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. The investigation continues.”

Call for Witnesses

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 101, quoting CAD7277/18OCT. You can also report anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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