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One man was stabbed to death in East London, while another was found with stab wounds.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed that officers were called to Lea Bridge Road, Leyton, to receive reports of a stabbing at 5:20 p.m.
Paramedics with the London Ambulance Service said a man died at the scene, a spokesman for the force said.
No further details have been revealed, including the man’s age.
A second victim was found nearby with “severe cuts on his hands.”
No arrests have been made, with investigations underway, they confirmed.
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There are still road closures in the area.
The photos show patrol cars stationed at the scene with officers behind a cordon, where a forensic tent has also been erected.
The force’s statement read: “Officers were called to Lea Bridge Road, E17 at 5:20 p.m. on Wednesday March 17 to receive reports of a stabbing.
(Image: London999 / Twitter)
(Image: London999 / Twitter)
“Officers and the London Ambulance Service (LAS) attended.
“A man, without further details, was pronounced dead at the scene.
“While at the scene, a second victim was identified. He reportedly has severe cuts on his hands.
“There are road closures in the area.
(Image: London999 / Twitter)
“No arrests have been made. Investigations are ongoing.”
On Twitter, one person said: “I was shocked when the officer said it was a stabbing.”
Witnesses are urged to contact the police at 101 quoting: CAD 5697 / 17MAR.
It comes after two other men were taken to hospital with stab wounds following an incident less than three miles away in Stratford.
Newham MPS officers responded to reports of a stabbing at 7.05pm Major Road.
“Police were called at 7:05 p.m. to receive reports of a stabbing on Major Road, #Stratford“the tweet read.
“Two men have been taken to the hospital.
“The injuries are not believed to be life threatening. There are no arrests so far. Anyone with information should call 101 and quote CAD 6599 / 17Mar.”
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