28 year old man in critical condition after being stabbed in Barking.

A man has been taken to hospital after being stabbed on the Gascoigne Estate in Barking this afternoon. It was reported that he was attacked by a group of males armed with weapons.

The 28 year old is currently in a critical condition.

A man has been arrested near the scene.

A spokesperson for the Met Police told the Havering Daily:

“Police were called at around 13:15hrs on Friday, 27 January, to reports of a man being assaulted in Gascoigne Road, Barking. It was reported that he was being attacked by a group of males armed with weapons, including knives.

Officers attended the scene. A 28-year-old man was taken by ambulance to hospital suffering stab injuries. His condition is critical.

Detectives from the Met’s East Area CID have launched an urgent investigation. A man was arrested near to the scene in connection with the incident. Enquiries continue.

A crime scene is in place. A Section 60 has been authorised for the IG11 postcode area as officers work to keep people safe.”

Any witnesses yet to speak with police are asked to call 101, ref 3563/27jan or contact Crimestoppers

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