The Metropolitan Police has made an arrest in connection with the stabbing in Heathfield Road, South Croydon, on Saturday night which left a 22-year-old man with life-threatening injuries.
Crime scene: the police outside St Peter’s Churchyard on Sunday
The Met says that the victim’s condition is unchanged, although he is now “stable” in hospital.
The incident led to St Peter’s churchyard being cordoned off throughout most of Sunday.
Today, the Met released a statement to Inside Croydon which said, “One man has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and bailed.”
The police say” Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or X @MetCC and quote CAD 6360/27JUL24. You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111
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