Investigation launched after woman in her 30s, and two children stabbed in Dagenham.

An investigation is under way following a triple stabbing in Dagenham yesterday afternoon.

A woman in her 30s and two children, a girl believed to be eight and a boy believed to be two years old were found at a residential address on First Avenue with stab injuries.

Police are awaiting an update on the mother and the two year old boy’s condition. The eight year old girl is not believed to have life threatening injuries.

Officers, London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance attended.

Detective Superintendent Lewis Basford, responsible for policing in Barking and Dagenham, said:

“This is a truly shocking attack and I want to thank local residents for their assistance and patience while we deal with this incident.

“At this early stage, we believe those involved were known to each other and we are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident.

“A crime scene will remain in place for some time while our officers carry out vital work and you will see an increased policing presence in the area over the coming days. If you have any concerns or information that could assist police then please speak to an officer or call police on 101.”

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD5931/25Oct. You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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