A major London road has been shut by police after a knife brawl which has left a 17-year-old boy fighting for life.
Essex Road in Islington is shut in both directions following the incident around midnight.
The closure runs from Cross Street to the A1200 Canonbury Road (near Essex Road Station).
As a result, the following London bus routes are currently on diversion: 38, 56, 73, 341, and 476.
Train services passing through Essex Road station are operating as normal despite the local road closure.
Follow the latest updates below...
A good service is being provided on the London Underground and Overground
12:07 , Nuray BulbulThe London Underground and Overground are currently facing no delays.
Anyone with information told to come forward to the police
11:53 , Nuray BulbulThe police are requesting anyone with information to call 101 quoting reference CAD 14/15OCT25.
No arrests have been made yet
11:41 , Nuray BulbulNo arrests have been made at this time, and a crime scene is still in place.
Second stab victim believed not to be in critical condition
11:30 , Nuray BulbulThe second boy's injuries are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing.
More men believed to be involved in the attacks
11:14 , Nuray BulbulPolice were called shortly after midnight today following reports of a fight involving “several men” on Essex Road.
Essex Road station still operating as normal
11:04 , Nuray BulbulEssex Road station is still continuing its service as normal.
Second teenager stabbed
10:58 , Nuray BulbulA second 17-year-old boy has also arrived at the hospital with stab wounds.
Which buses are diverted?
10:49 , Nuray BulbulThe following buses are diverted:
- 38
- 56
- 73
- 341
- 476
Seek alternative routes if you’re in a rush.
Impacted zones on Essex Road
10:43 , Nuray BulbulA police cordon has been set up just beyond Islington South Library on Essex Road, with a nearby row of shops taped off as part of the investigation.
17-year-old fighting for his life
10:32 , Nuray BulbulA 17-year-old boy is in critical condition following a double stabbing at midnight.
Essex Road remains shut
10:30 , Nuray BulbulEssex Road remains shut from Cross Street to Canonbury Road this morning with police at the scene.
Man stabbing confirmed
09:43 , Nuray BulbulIt has been confirmed that a man was taken to hospital with a leg injury.
Medics were called shortly after midnight today following reports of a stabbing.
Officers still at the site
09:31 , Nuray BulbulPolice have been at the scene since around midnight, and officers remain present with the cordon still in place.
Minor delays on the Central line
09:23 , Nuray BulbulMinor delays between Leytonstone and Epping due to train cancellations.
There is a good service on the rest of the line.
Minor delays on the Jubilee line
09:14 , Nuray BulbulThere are minor delays on the Jubilee line due to train cancellations.
Which part of Essex Road is impacted?
09:04 , Nuray BulbulA police cordon remains in place just beyond Islington South Library on Essex Road, with a nearby parade of shops sealed off.
Officers are still at the scene, several hours after the incident took place.
Essex Road station operating as normal
08:55 , Nuray BulbulTrain services passing through Essex Road station are operating as normal despite the local road closure and police incident.
Traffic builds up in the area
08:45 , Nuray BulbulTraffic remains heavy in the area due to the earlier road closure.
We’ll provide updates as the situation develops, but for now, it’s best to avoid the area unless travel is essential.
Major road in Islington closed
08:38 , Nuray BulbulEssex Road, a key A road connecting Islington Green to Dalston, remains closed at this time.
As a result, the following London bus routes are currently on diversion: 38, 56, 73, 341, and 476
The exact nature of the incident has not yet been confirmed.
Some reports are suggesting a police incident has led to the closure.
Delays on the A12
08:29 , Nuray BulbulThere are, on average, three to five minutes of additional travel time for buses and road users on Ardleigh Green Road, Gubbins Lane, and Gooshays Drive.
There are also, on average one to three minutes of additional travel time for buses and road users on North Street heading away from Romford.
There will be additional delays on the westbound A13 and M11 southbound during peak periods due to traffic seeking alternative routes.
Buses replace late night / early morning trains between Finsbury Park and Stevenage via Hertford North
08:20 , Nuray BulbulEngineering work is taking place overnight between Alexandra Palace and Stevenage via Hertford North, closing all lines.
From Wednesday to Friday mornings, the following amended service will operate:
Rail replacement buses will run between Finsbury Park and Hertford North, calling at all stations except Harringay and Hornsey. Customers for Harringay or Hornsey should change at Alexandra Palace for connections.
The 04:24 Stevenage to London Kings Cross service will divert via Welwyn Garden City. A rail replacement bus will run between Stevenage and Alexandra Palace via Hertford North to provide connections.
Disruption between Fareham and Southampton Central expected until 12pm
08:12 , Nuray BulbulA fault with the signalling system at Hamble means that services between Fareham and Southampton Central must run at a reduced speed on the line towards Southampton. As a result, trains running through these stations will be delayed by up to 20 minutes or revised.
Disruption is expected until 12pm.
Routes impacted
South Western services between London Waterloo / Portsmouth Harbour / Portsmouth & Southsea / Fareham and Southampton Central
Southern services between Brighton and Southampton Central
Minor delays on the Central line
07:58 , Nuray BulbulMinor delays between North Acton and West Ruislip due to train cancellations.
There is a good service on the rest of the line.
Disruption to Thameslink services through London Bridge until 12
07:52 , Nuray BulbulLines have reopened following a points failure at London Bridge.
As trains return to normal, Thameslink services running through this station may still be cancelled, delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised.
Disruption is expected until 12pm
Bakerloo line now facing minor delays instead of severe
07:42 , Nuray BulbulCommuters taking the Bakerloo line should anticipate minor delays.
Paddington station resumes good service
07:33 , Nuray BulbulPaddington station is now open again and providing a good service.
Delays on the A2
07:27 , Nuray BulbulWestbound traffic on the A2 is queuing back to Prince Charles Road. Expect delays in the area.
Paddington station closed
07:25 , Nuray BulbulPaddington station is currently closed due to unavailability of station staff.
Severe delays on the Bakerloo line
07:24 , Nuray BulbulThe Bakerloo line is reporting severe delays due to a shortage of trains.
Tickets being accepted on London Buses and Lioness Line.
