Couples targeted and one man stabbed in a spate of knifepoint robberies in a Lewisham park

Residents have been urged to stay alert after spate of knifepoint robberies in Lewisham.

A man is reported to have approached couples sitting on benches in Brookmill Park before pulling out a knife and robbing them of their mobile phones.

The robberies were recorded all between 7.45pm and 10pm on Monday 30 and Tuesday 31 August, and Thursday, September 2.

In the incident on August 31, a man in his 20s suffered a number of stab injuries.

He was rushed to hospital where his injuries were assessed as non life-threatening but he continues to recover.

All of the victims have described the suspect as being a black male, 6ft tall, of skinny build, who was wearing a face mask and hood.

Lewisham detectives are urgently investigating and pursuing a number of lines of enquiry but so far there have been no arrests.

Detective Sergeant Dan Rouse, of the South East Command Unit, said: “We are extremely concerned by the actions of the suspect, who clearly is a violent offender.

“We are working 24/7 to identify him and we’re asking the public to help.

“I urge anyone who has seen or sees a man in Brookmill Park matching the description of the suspect provided to call 999 immediately. Information as to his identity can be provided to 101.

“Please work with us to help catch this man and remove him from the streets.”

Any witnesses or those with information are urged to call 101 ref CAD 7037/31 Aug.

Alternatively contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or