Croydon stabbings: Man killed and 9 hurt in horrific spate of 5 attacks in two hours

One man is dead and nine others have been injured amid a horrific spate of stabbings in just two hours.

Officers were called to five reports of stabbings in the Croydon area of south London between 6.56pm and 9.12pm on Friday, Metropolitan Police said.

One of two men reported to have been injured at a property in Wisbeach Road, Croydon, was found dead at the scene.

A total of 10 males were wounded, two with life-threatening injuries, and two people have been arrested.

The Met said there was no information to suggest that all the incidents were linked and detectives continue to investigate all of the stabbings.

A section 60 order granting police additional stop and search powers was in place across Croydon until 8am on Saturday, Detective Superintendent Nicky Arrowsmith said.

"Sadly, tonight we have seen a number of needless and completely abhorrent violent altercations, including one that has tragically resulted in a loss of life," she said.

"Officers will be on patrol throughout the night across the South Area Command Unit, with additional resources from the Violent Crime Taskforce and Territorial Support Group deployed to deter and prevent any further violence."

Police asked anyone with information that could help officers investigating these incidents to make contact.

Regarding the fatal stabbing, a police spokesperson said: "Police were called at 8.08pm to Wisbeach Road, Croydon, to reports of two males with stab injuries.

"One male was taken to hospital prior to police arrival; condition not life-threatening.

"The other male was found at the scene. Despite the best efforts of paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

"Next of kin are aware."

Det Sup Arrowsmith said: "A Section 60 Order granting police additional stop and search powers is in place across Croydon, until 8am on Saturday, 6 February.

“I urge anyone who has information that could assist police as we work to investigate these incidents to speak to us as soon as you can via 101.

“Tackling violent crime in London remains the top priority for everyone in the Metropolitan Police Service. We have dedicated resources working to prevent, deter and tackle violence in all its forms, day and night and are utilising all available tactics and powers.

"Our officers continue to work around the clock to identify and pursue offenders, bring perpetrators to justice, support victims, take weapons off the street, engage and reassure the public, and keep our communities safe in London.

"But we are not complacent and cannot do this alone.

"We work closely with our communities as they are key to understanding and knowing what is occurring locally.

"We need to hear from anyone who has information about crime, those who carry a weapon, or those who exploit others for gain or revenge, while putting young people's lives at risk - we need this information to help keep London safe."Follow the Official Rokna NEWS Telegram Channel For More and fresh NEWS.

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