A 14-year-old boy has been taken to hospital after a stabbing in Crystal Palace.

The incident happened in Crystal Palace Parade at the junction with Anerley Hill at 5.10pm today (May 14).

Officers and London Ambulance Service crews attended and found a boy injured.

He was taken to hospital where his condition is currently unknown.

A crime scene has been put in place following the incident.

No arrests have been made as police enquiries continue.

A spokesperson for Metropolitan Police said: “Police were called at about 5.10pm on Sunday, 14 May to Crystal Palace Parade at the junction with Anerley Hill, SE19 following reports of a male stabbed.

"Officers attended and found a 14-year-old boy with stab injuries.

“He was taken to hospital by the London Ambulance Service; we await an update on his condition.

"Officers remain in the area and a crime scene is in place.

"There have been no arrests and enquiries continue.

"Anyone with information is asked to call police via 101 quoting reference CAD 5123/14May."