Man in 20s Fighting for Life After West Hampstead Stabbing
A man in his 20s is fighting for his life in hospital following a violent stabbing incident in West Hampstead yesterday afternoon. The Metropolitan Police have confirmed the victim remains in critical condition as detectives urgently work to identify and apprehend his attacker, who remains at large.
Emergency Response to Residential Street Attack
The incident occurred at approximately 4:30pm on Thursday, 29 January, on Alvanley Gardens - a quiet residential street located near Finchley Road and Frognal station in North West London. Emergency services including police officers, London Ambulance Service paramedics, and the London Air Ambulance team responded swiftly to reports of a stabbing.
Upon arrival, emergency crews discovered the victim with serious injuries to both his neck and leg. The man was immediately transported to hospital where medical professionals assessed his wounds as life-threatening. The severity of his condition has been described as critical by authorities.
Police Investigation and Appeal for Witnesses
The Metropolitan Police have established a crime scene that remains cordoned off while forensic examinations and investigative work continues. Detectives are conducting thorough enquiries to piece together the circumstances surrounding the attack and identify the perpetrator.
A police spokesperson stated: "At around 16:30hrs on Thursday, 29 January police responded to reports of a stabbing on Alvanley Gardens, Camden. Officers, the London Ambulance Service and London's Air Ambulance service attended the scene and found a man in his 20s with injuries to his neck and leg. He was taken to hospital where his injuries were deemed as life-threatening. No arrests have been made at this early stage, and a crime scene remains in place."
Authorities are urgently appealing for witnesses to come forward with any information that might assist their investigation. The police reference number for this incident is CAD 5195/29Jan, and anyone with relevant information can contact police on 101 or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Community Impact and Wider Context
Footage from the scene yesterday evening showed multiple police vehicles and ambulances sealing off the area, creating a significant disruption to the normally peaceful neighbourhood. The shocking violence has understandably caused concern among local residents in this part of Camden.
This incident follows closely after another serious stabbing in Islington earlier this week, where a 25-year-old man was attacked during an attempted phone robbery. The proximity of these violent incidents highlights ongoing concerns about knife crime across the capital.
The Metropolitan Police continue to maintain a visible presence in the area while their investigation progresses. Local residents have been advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to authorities immediately.
