Officers appeal for information as boy remains in critical condition

Detectives are appealing for witnesses and information after a teenager was stabbed in Newham.

Police were called at 16:00hrs on Saturday, 26 July to reports of a stabbing in Charlemont Road.

Officers responded with paramedics and a 14-year-old boy was taken to hospital with serious stab wound injuries.

He remains in a life-threatening condition.

Detective Inspector Joshua Palmer, from the North East command unit, said:

“This was a horrific attack on a teenager, witnessed by numerous members of the public.

“At this very early stage of the investigation, there doesn’t appear to be an obvious motive for the attack.

“The boy is in a very serious condition in hospital, and we are urgently trying to gather as much information as possible.

“If you were near Charlemont Road on the day of the incident, please check your phone for any footage you may have.

“I would urge anyone with dashcam or mobile phone footage from the area to contact the police. It may be crucial in our investigation.”

Anyone with information which could assist the investigation is asked to call 101 quoting 4847/26JUL25. To remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Five boys, aged 14-17, were arrested on Tuesday, 29 July in connection with the incident – all on suspicion of attempted murder.

Four remain in custody for questioning. One has been bailed pending further enquiries.

Enquiries are ongoing.