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John Dunne

Police appeal after boy, 16, left fighting for life after park stabbing

A teenager is fighting for his life after he was stabbed in a north London Park.

The 16 year-old was found with knife injuries after the incident in Lordship Recreation Ground, Tottenham.

Police an paramedics were scrambled to the scene at just after 2.15pm on Sunday.

He was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital, where he remains in a critical condition. His next of kin are being supported by specially trained officers.

Officers from the North Area Basic Command Unit have recovered CCTV from the area as part of an ongoing investigation.

Detective Inspector Kelly Hodgson, said: “This awful attack happened in broad daylight in a busy park and I’m confident there are witnesses who we have not yet spoken to. I would encourage anyone with information to contact us immediately.

“The Met is committed to tackling violence but we cannot work alone to combat this issue, we need the public’s support to help identify those responsible.” No arrests have been made.

Anyone with information is asked to call police quoting CAD 4066/01Aug. To remain anonymous contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111

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