Boy, 14, 'stabbed in head' and man, 39, arrested

A 14-year-old was rushed to hospital after being stabbed in North West London on Friday, March 7. Police and paramedics were called to a home in Guardian Avenue, Colindale, shortly before 5.15pm on Friday, March 7 to reports of the attack.

He was taken to the hospital, where his injuries were assessed as non-life-threatening. A 14-year-old girl also suffered minor injuries.

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The Metropolitan Police has confirmed a 39-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder. He remains in police custody.

A force spokesperson said: "Police were alerted at 5.13pm Friday (March 7) by London Ambulance Service to reports of a stabbing in Edgware.

"Officers attended the scene at a property on Guardian Avenue, NW9, where a 14-year-old boy had suffered a knife injury to the head. He was taken to hospital for treatment. His injuries are not said to be life-threatening.

"A 14-year-old girl also suffered minor injuries in the incident. A 39-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder. He remains in custody.

"Police are not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident. Enquiries continue."

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