A 19-year-old man is still fighting for his life three days after a stabbing in Woolwich.

The incident happened in Mayplace Lane at 12am on February 26.

Officers and London Ambulance Service crews attended and found a man injured.  

He was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital.

His family have been informed. 

A spokesperson for Metropolitan Police confirmed today (March 1) he remains in a life-threatening condition.

Two males, both aged 15, were arrested nearby on suspicion of attempted murder.

They were later bailed pending further enquiries.

Police enquiries into the circumstances are ongoing.

 

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Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is asked to call 101 and quote reference CAD 10/26Feb.

Information can also be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

The full statement from Metropolitan Police reads: “Police were called at 12am on Sunday, 26 February to reports of a stabbing in Mayplace Lane, SE18.

“Officers attended along with the London Ambulance Service and London's Air Ambulance.

“A 19-year-old man was found with stab injuries. He was taken to hospital where he remains in a life-threatening condition.

“His family have been informed.

“Two males, both aged 15, were arrested nearby on suspicion of attempted murder. They were later bailed pending further enquiries.

“Detectives from the local policing team in south-east London are carrying out a number of enquiries to work out what happened.

“They are appealing for any witnesses, who have not yet spoken with police, to come forward.

“Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or tweet @MetCC and quote CAD10/26Feb.

“Alternatively call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”