Police are hunting a balaclava-clad knifeman who was part of a gang that stabbed a 15-year old boy in the stomach and chest leaving him fighting for life in hospital.
Officers were called to reports of the broad daylight ambush on High View Parade, Ilford, at 2.55pm on Tuesday, March 23.
Emergency services found the boy suffering from several stab wounds to his abdomen and torso.
He was taken to hospital where police describe his condition as “critical, but stable”.
Witnesses reported seeing a male wearing a balaclava get out of a red Range Rover Evoque just before the attack.
Three males, aged 15, 16 and 18, were arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm (GBH) and all have since been released under investigation.
Detective Sergeant Tricia-Gay Crosdale said: “A 15-year-old boy was attacked in broad daylight in a busy area of Ilford and he still remains in hospital. I’m confident that someone saw something and we need to hear from you. This was a violent attack and the people who orchestrated this attack are still in the community.
“We need to know who the people were getting out of a red car which we believe is a Range Rover Evoque. Did you see it around High View Parade on March 23? Do you know who owns this vehicle? Any information could be vital in binging those responsible to justice.”
Any witnesses or anyone with any information is asked to call police on 101 or contact via Twitter @MetCC. Please quote CAD4541/23MAR.
To give information anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
