A teenage girl is fighting for her life following a double stabbing in West Norwood. 

Police were called to reports of an assault on West Norwood Road at 4.41pm this afternoon. 

Two teenage girls, aged 16 and 17, were found suffering from stab injuries by officers and an ambulance crew. Both were rushed to hospital. 

The first victim’s condition is being treated as life-threatening. Police await an assessment of the second victim’s condition.

Officers remain in the area and a crime scene is in place.

Anyone with information is asked to call police via 101 quoting reference Cad 4970/25Apr. To remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.