BREAKING: Police Investigate Stabbing in South Hornchurch

Police are investigating a stabbing that took place outside Tesco on Southend Road, South Hornchurch, in the early hours of Saturday, 29th March.

Emergency services were called to the scene at 07:03, responding to reports of an incident. Officers arrived to find a male victim, who has since been taken to an East London hospital for treatment. His condition has not yet been confirmed.

A crime scene remains in place as detectives work to establish the circumstances surrounding the attack. Police have described the incident as isolated, and enquiries are ongoing.

Anyone with information is urged to call 101 quoting CAD 1196/29MAR25. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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