Police appeal over stabbing in Southwark

Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a man was assaulted in a public park.

Around 21:40hrs on Friday, 11 April, officers attended Newington Gardens, Southwark, alongside the London Ambulance Service following reports that a man had been stabbed. A 19-year-old was taken to hospital for treatment, where his injuries were assessed as non-life changing.

Police are asking anyone who witnessed the incident - or who has relevant CCTV or dashcam footage if they were around Newington Gardens at the time - to call 101, quoting CAD 7827/11APR. To remain 100 per cent anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

A man has been charged with wounding with intent and appeared in court.