Man stabbed on Beulah Hill, Upper Norwood
Police are appealing for witnesses following a broad daylight attack on 21 September.
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A man in his mid-30s sustained injuries in a stabbing incident on Beulah Hill, Upper Norwood, on the morning of 21 September 2026. The Metropolitan Police reported that officers were called to the scene, near a supermarket, at around 10.45am following reports of the attack.
The London Ambulance Service was dispatched at 10.56am to the junction of Crown Lane and Beulah Hill. Paramedics treated the victim at the location before taking him to a major trauma centre as a priority. His injuries have been assessed as neither life-threatening nor life-changing, according to a Metropolitan Police spokesperson.
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Investigation Underway
At this stage, no arrests have been made in connection with the stabbing. Detectives are actively working to identify the suspect responsible for the attack. The Metropolitan Police have issued an appeal for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or possesses any information to come forward.
Residents in the Upper Norwood area expressed sadness following the incident. Jay Sehu, a shopkeeper at Best One Food and Wine on Beulah Hill, stated that the area outside the shop had been cleared before his shift began, and he had only learned of the event from others. A pharmacy worker nearby reported seeing a significant police presence in the vicinity.
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The Metropolitan Police have provided the reference number 2418/21SEP for individuals wishing to report information. The incident occurred in broad daylight, prompting concern among local residents.
Questions this report answers
+When and where did the stabbing occur?
The stabbing took place on Beulah Hill, Upper Norwood, at approximately 10.45am on Monday, 21 September 2026. Police and ambulance services attended the scene near a supermarket.
+What was the condition of the victim?
The victim, a man in his mid-30s, was treated at the scene by paramedics and taken to a major trauma centre. His injuries were confirmed as neither life-threatening nor life-changing.
+Have any arrests been made?
No arrests have been made at this stage. The Metropolitan Police are continuing their investigation to identify the suspect and have asked anyone with information to contact them.
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