A man has been left with serious injuries following a stabbing near the Royal London Hospital in Clerkenwell, London. The incident, which occurred in the early hours, has prompted a swift response from emergency services.
Police were called to the scene near Old Bailey at approximately 1:30 AM after reports of a violent altercation. The victim, whose identity has not been disclosed, was rushed to hospital where he remains in a stable condition.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Authorities have cordoned off the area as forensic teams gather evidence. Detectives are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant information to come forward.
"This was a shocking act of violence in a busy part of London," said a Metropolitan Police spokesperson. "We are following several lines of enquiry and believe there were people in the area who may have seen what happened."
Rising Concerns Over Knife Crime
The attack has reignited concerns about knife crime in the capital. Local residents and business owners have expressed alarm at the frequency of violent incidents in the area.
"It's terrifying to think this happened so close to a major hospital," said one shopkeeper, who wished to remain anonymous. "We need more police presence to deter this kind of thing."
The investigation is ongoing, with officers reviewing CCTV footage from nearby premises. No arrests have been made at this stage.
