16 year old boy stabbed on bus in life threatening condition.

18 year old male arrested nearby the scene on suspicion of attempted murder.

A 16 year old boy was stabbed yesterday afternoon on a bus in Chadwell Heath and remains in a life threatening condition. The shocking incident happened just before 4pm on the High Road as children returned home from school.

A spokesperson for the Met told the Havering Daily:

“Police were called at 15:55hrs on Monday, 14 March to reports of a stabbing on board a bus in High Road, Chadwell Heath.

“Officers attended along with London Ambulance Service. A 16-year-old boy was found with a stab injury and taken to hospital in a life-threatening condition. His next of kin are aware.

“An 18-year-old man was arrested nearby on suspicion of attempted murder. He remains in custody.

“A crime scene remains in place and enquiries are ongoing.

“Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 quoting CAD 4741/14Mar. To remain anonymous contact the independent charity on Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”