17-year-old boy fighting for his life after stabbing on New Year’s Day
A 17-year-old is fighting for his life in hospital after a stabbing in south London on New Year’s Day.
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.A 17-year-old is fighting for his life in hospital after a stabbing in south London on New Year’s Day.
The Metropolitan Police said they were informed by the London Ambulance Service of a stabbing at the junction of Ferndale Road and Brixton Road in Lambeth at around 5.47am on Wednesday.
Officers attended the scene and provided emergency first aid to a 17-year-old boy prior to the arrival of paramedics and medics from the London Air Ambulance.
The Met confirmed the victim was taken to hospital where his injuries are being treated as life-threatening.
No arrests have yet been made.
A spokesperson for the force said: “An investigation is underway and a crime scene remains in place.
“At this early stage, there have been no arrests.
“Anyone with information is asked to call 101, providing the reference 2742/01JAN. Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.”