Man stabbed in restaurant in Dulwich as moped riders flee

A man has been stabbed in Dulwich trying to flee into a restaurant.

Spinach in Lordship Lane was cordoned off after the incident – the victim was run off the road by a moped and ran into the busy restaurant only to be attacked inside.

The victim has been rushed to hospital where his life is not thought to be in serious danger.

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Southwark Police tweeted: “Officers are on scene in #LordshipLane#EastDulwich after a male was stabbed at approx 4:15pm this afternoon – he has been taken to hospital for treatment. No arrests; enquiries continue. If you can help, pls call 101 and quote CAD5053/19Apr.”

Labour MP for Dulwich & West Norwood Helen Hayes wrote: “Very concerned to hear about a stabbing on Lordship Lane this afternoon.

“My thoughts with the victim receiving treatment in hospital & all who witnessed this appalling, traumatic violence. If you have any information please contact the police or @CrimestoppersUK”

A statement from the Met said: “Police were called at approximately 16:15hrs on Monday, 19 April to reports of a stabbing in Lordship Lane, SE22.

“Officers and London Ambulance Service attended and found a male – no further details – suffering a stab injury. He has been taken to hospital for treatment; his condition is not life threatening.

“Enquiries into the circumstances are ongoing.”