Brixton Road: Teen taken to hospital with stab wound

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A teenager has been taken to hospital after a stabbing in Brixton.

Officers were called to Brixton Road just before 2pm yesterday (June 5).

A male, believed aged 16, was found at the location with a stab wound.

He was taken to hospital for treatment.

His condition is not life threatening.

A crime scene remains in place and there has been no arrests at this stage.

Police investigations continue.

A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police said: “Officers were called at 13:54hrs on Monday, 5 June to Brixton Road, SW9.

“A male, believed aged 16, was found at the location with a stab wound. He was taken to hospital for treatment; his condition is not life threatening.

“A crime scene is in place.

“No arrests; enquiries into the circumstances continue.

“Anyone with information that could assist police is asked to call 101 or tweet @MetCC and quote CAD3921/5June.

“You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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