Two men were stabbed in a brutal attack on Greek Street, Soho, at around 3.30 a.m. last Friday. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that the officers who responded to the incident were off-duty at the time.
The Metropolitan Police said they were alerted by the London Ambulance Service following reports of a man with knife wounds. Upon arrival, officers discovered a second victim who had also been stabbed.
Images from the scene showed Greek Street sealed off by police as emergency services attended to the victims.
A Metropolitan Police spokesman confirmed, “Both males were rushed to hospital and are now in stable condition.”
A man has been arrested on suspicion of Section 18 grievous bodily harm (GBH) and possession of Class A drugs. He is currently being held at a west London police station.
Investigations into the attack are ongoing. Police have appealed for witnesses to come forward. Anyone with information is urged to call 101 or tweet @MetCC with reference CAD726/17Mar. Alternatively, tipsters can contact the charity Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111.
Originally published by UKNIP.
