Two men have been stabbed in Hackney, with both subsequently arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. The incident occurred near Clapton Pond at approximately 9:20 AM on Thursday, May 28.
Details of the Incident
Police responded to reports of an injured man near Clapton Pond, where they found a 30-year-old man suffering from stab wounds. Shortly after, a 52-year-old man presented himself at a hospital with similar injuries. The London Ambulance Service transported the first victim to the hospital.
Injuries and Arrests
Authorities confirmed that both men sustained non-life-changing and non-life-threatening injuries. Police believe the two individuals were involved in a dispute that escalated into violence. Both were arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and remain in hospital under guard.
Police Investigation
A Metropolitan Police spokesperson stated: “At 9:18 AM on Thursday, May 28, officers were called to reports of a man appearing injured around Clapton Pond, Hackney. Officers attended the scene and located a 30-year-old man with stab wounds. He was taken to hospital by the London Ambulance Service. Later, another man, aged 52, self-presented at hospital with stab wounds. Both men remain in hospital although their injuries have been confirmed as non-life-changing. It is believed the men were involved in an altercation and have since both been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm.”
Appeal for Information
The Metropolitan Police has urged anyone with information to contact them on 101, quoting reference 2204/28MAY, or to reach Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. The London Ambulance Service was also contacted for comment but has not yet responded.
This incident adds to a series of violent events in the area, and the investigation continues as police work to establish the full circumstances surrounding the stabbing.
