Teenager rushed to hospital after being stabbed on bus in north-east London

A teenager has been attacked and stabbed on a London bus in Redbridge, sending him to hospital.

The 19-year-old was stabbed on the 169 bus on High Road, Barkingside on Monday 24 June. Emergency services rushed to the scene where the victim was rushed to hospital by the London Ambulance Service.

A road closure was in place so emergency services could attend the scene, but this has since been lifted. Police are investigating and no arrests have been made so far. The teenager is now in a stable condition and police are appealing for anyone with information to come forward to help with enquiries.

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Detective Inspector Jonathan Potter of the Met’s Roads and Transport Command said: “This was a violent attack on a busy bus in London and I’m sure there are witnesses to the incident who have yet to come forward. I urge these people to get in touch without delay.

“Along with our partners, we are working hard to reduce violent crime and educate young people about the serious consequences of knife crime.

“Some may mistakenly believe that they will be respected if they carry a knife, but the reality is that in any conflict, the presence of a knife will up the ante and put everyone, including the knife bearer, at risk.”

Police have asked anyone who witnessed this incident or has information to call police on 101 or post on X @MetCC quoting 5766/24JUN24.

To remain 100% anonymous, call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit https://crimestoppers-uk.org/

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