A man has been taken to hospital with stab wounds following an incident in North West London this afternoon. Emergency services were called to High Road in Wembley at 12.55pm on Monday, December 1, after reports of an assault.
Emergency Response and Road Closures
Police and ambulance crews attended the scene, where they discovered a male victim. He was treated at the location before being transported to a major trauma centre as a priority patient. His current condition is not yet known.
The investigation has led to a partial closure of High Road, a major thoroughfare. Authorities are urging drivers to avoid the area unless their journey is essential and to allow extra time for travel.
Major Transport Disruption
The road closure has caused significant disruption to local bus services. Transport for London has confirmed the diversion of nine bus routes that normally use High Road. The affected services are:
- 18
- 79
- 83
- 92
- 182
- 204
- 223
- 297
- 483
Passengers are advised to check the TfL website or app for real-time updates on bus stop locations and journey planning.
Appeal for Information
Officers from the Metropolitan Police remain at the scene, conducting enquiries and forensic work. They are appealing to the public for any information that could assist their investigation.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has mobile phone footage, or any other information is encouraged to come forward. You can contact the incident reporter directly via email or social media.
This incident is part of the ongoing challenge of knife crime in the capital. Local community leaders have reiterated calls for action to address violence on London's streets.
