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Jamie Hawkins

Crossharbour stabbing: Man dies and second in hospital after knife attack

A man has been stabbed to death and a teenager is in hospital following a knife attack in east London.

The man, who police believe to be in his late teens or early 20s, died at the scene in Alexia Square, near Crossharbour DLR station just after 6pm.

A second male, thought to be in his late teens, was taken to hospital, with his condition currently unknown.

Police say no arrests have been made.

A Met Police spokesperson said: "Police were called shortly after 18:00hrs on Friday, 10 July to reports of two males injured at Alexia Square, E14 close to Crossharbour DLR station.

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"Officers attended and found a man, believed aged in his late teens or early 20s, suffering stab injuries. Emergency services provided first aid but despite their efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

"Next of kin are yet to be informed.

"A second male, believed aged in his late teens, was taken by the LAS to an east London hospital. We await an update on his condition.

"A crime scene remains in place.

"No arrests. Enquiries continue.

"At this early stage anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 or tweet @MetCC and quote CAD6215/10July. Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

Crossharbour Station remains closed this evening.

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