Man stabbed on Preston Road, Wembley near Elmstead Avenue
Police appeal for witnesses after incident on 30 July 2026 outside local shops
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A 40-year-old man was stabbed outside shops on Preston Road in Wembley on the evening of 30 July 2026. The incident occurred near the junction with Elmstead Avenue, where police later erected a cordon.
The London Ambulance Service confirmed they were called to the scene at 7.55pm. Paramedics treated the victim before transferring him to a major trauma centre. The Metropolitan Police stated his injuries are not believed to be life-changing or life-threatening.
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Police investigation underway
No arrests have been made in connection with the stabbing. The Metropolitan Police launched an investigation and are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Officers have not released further details about the circumstances of the attack.
Images taken at the scene show police tape surrounding several businesses on the shopping parade. The area remained cordoned off for several hours after the incident.
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How to provide information
Residents who saw the incident or have relevant information are asked to contact the Metropolitan Police. Witnesses should call 101 and quote reference CAD7294/30JUL26. Police have not specified what details would assist the investigation.
The London Ambulance Service said in a statement: "We were called at 7.55pm today (Thursday 30 July) to reports of a stabbing on Preston Road, Wembley. We sent a number of resources to the scene. We treated a patient and took them to a major trauma centre."
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