A 16-year-old boy has been taken to hospital after a double stabbing in Lewisham.

The incident happened in Bromley Road just before 1.15pm yesterday (December 20).

Officers and London Ambulance Service crews were called to the scene and found a boy injured.

He was taken to hospital for treatment where his injuries were assessed as not life threatening.

Two other 16-year-old boys were arrested in connection with the incident.

One of the boys was also found with a stab wound, his condition was assessed as not life threatening.

Police enquiries into the circumstances continue.

A spokesperson for Metropolitan Police said: “Police were called to Bromley Road, Lewisham, at 13:14hrs on Wednesday, 20 December to a report of a stabbing.

“Police attended a 16-year-old boy was found with stab wounds.

"The injured teenager was taken to hospital where his injuries were assessed as not life-threatening. 

“Two 16-year-old boys have been arrested in connection with the incident.

"One was found with a stab wound, his condition was not life-threatening.

“The crime scene has now closed. Enquiries continue.

“Anyone who witnessed this incident or has footage but has not yet spoken with police should call 101 quoting CAD 3337/20Dec or Tweet on ‘X’ @MetCC.

“To remain 100% anonymous call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.”