Kilburn stabbings: Two separate knife attacks could be linked, police say
Two men, aged 63 and 39, were stabbed in separate attacks within a short space of time on Kilburn High Road in northwest London.
Tuesday 9 April 2019 18:40, UK
Two separate knife attacks in the northwest London area of Kilburn could be linked, police have said.
Emergency services were called to reports of an assault on Kilburn High Road in the early hours of Tuesday and found a 63-year-old man suffering a stab wound to the back.
He was taken to a central London hospital and his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
A short time later, police were called to reports of a second knife attack at a different location on Kilburn High Road.
A 39-year-old man has been stabbed in the stomach and was taken to a central London hospital by ambulance.
His condition has also been described as not life-threatening.
Detectives are now appealing for information and are reviewing whether the two incidents are linked.
Detective Sergeant Mark Johnson, from North West Area's CID, said: "At this early stage in the investigation, we are keeping an open mind as to whether the two incidents are linked and there is a team of officers working around the clock who are carrying out patrols, CCTV footage enquiries and speaking to witnesses."
He added that any witnesses or motorists who may have dashcam footage of the incidents to contact police urgently.
"If you are out and about in Kilburn High Street and the surrounding area I would ask you to remain vigilant, be aware of your surroundings and, if you see anything suspicious, call police immediately on 999," Det Sgt Johnson said.
Officers are currently conducting extra reassurance patrols in the area and no arrests have been made as enquiries continue.
:: Anyone who has information is asked to call North West area CID on 101 quoting CAD 386/09APR or tweet to @MetCC. Information can also be reported to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.