They were both arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm
Two men have been stabbed in Hackney. The stabbing happened at about 9.20am yesteday (Thursday, May 28) near Clapton Pond, when police raced to the scene and found a 30-year-old.
A short while later, a man, 52, took himself to A&E having also been stabbed. Their injuries were non-life-changing or life-threatening.
Police believe the two men had a dispute and they were both arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. The investigation continues.
A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said: “At 9.18am on Thursday, May 28, officers were called to reports of a man appearing injured around Clapton Pond, Hackney. Officers attended the scene and located a 30-year-old man with stab wounds.
“He was taken to hospital by the London Ambulance Service. Later, another man, aged 52, self-presented at hospital with stab wounds.
“Both men remain in hospital although their injuries have been confirmed as non-life-changing. It is believed the men were involved in an altercation and have since both been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting 2204/28MAY or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.”
The London Ambulance Service was contacted for comment.
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