Stabbing Incident on London Bus Leaves One Man Injured
Police investigate stabbing of a 34-year-old man on a 148 bus in Walworth, South London.
A man sustained stab wounds on a 148 bus in Walworth, South London, on the evening of Friday, March 21. The incident occurred around 6:30 PM, prompting a response from emergency services after a member of the public flagged down police officers in the area.
Upon arrival, law enforcement found the 34-year-old victim with injuries that were assessed to be neither life-changing nor life-threatening.
The London Ambulance Service and London Air Ambulance Service quickly arrived on the scene, and the victim was subsequently transported to a hospital for medical treatment.
As of the latest reports, no arrests have been made in connection with the incident.
The Metropolitan Police have launched an investigation and are seeking witnesses to come forward.
A police spokesperson noted the importance of gathering information regarding the circumstances of the stabbing and urged anyone with relevant details to contact them, referencing CAD 6596/21March for follow-up.
This incident adds to ongoing concern regarding safety on public transport in London, as authorities continue to address issues related to crime on buses and the overall security of passengers.