FIVE teenagers have been arrested for “attempted murder” as a 14-year-old boy is fighting for his life after being stabbed.
Cops were called to reports of the incident at 4pm on Saturday on Charlemont Road, Newham in East London.
Cops were called to reports of a stabbing in East London on Saturday
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A 14-year-old boy was rushed to hospital and is being treated for life-threatening injuries.
Five boys, aged between 14 and 17, were all arrested on suspicion of attempted murder on Tuesday and one has been released on bail.
The Metropolitan Police have since launched an urgent appeal for information.
At this stage of the enquiry, there doesn’t seem to be an “obvious” motive for the attack, they said.
Detective Inspector Joshua Palmer, from Metropolitan Police, said: “This was a horrific attack on a teenager, witnessed by numerous members of the public.
“At this very early stage of the investigation, there doesn’t appear to be an obvious motive for the attack.
“We are urgently trying to gather as much information as possible.
“If you were near Charlemont Road on the day of the incident, please check your phone for any footage you may have.
“I would urge anyone with dashcam or mobile phone footage from the area to contact the police. It may be crucial in our investigation.”
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