Woman stabbed in the back in Ilford - weeks after death of Zara Aleena
The victim's injuries are not life-threatening or life-changing
Last updated 9th Jul 2022
Detectives are investigating the stabbing of a woman in Ilford, just weeks after the death of Zara Aleena.
Police were called at around 8pm on Friday 8th June to St Johns Road.
A 27-year-old woman was found to be suffering stab injuries to her back. She was taken to hospital where her injuries have been assessed as not life-threatening or life-changing.
Detectives from the Met’s East Area CID are investigating. They are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with information to contact them.
Ch Inspector Chris Byrne, East Area BCU, said: “I know that this attack on a woman, coming so soon after the tragic murder of Zara Aleena, will be of great concern to Londoners and particularly to people in Ilford. Of course, my colleagues and I share those concerns and we are working hard to do everything possible to keep people safe.
“The woman was attacked last night by a male riding a bicycle, who rode away in the direction of Buxton Road, Ilford. We are determined to identify and arrest this person and our investigation will explore every line of inquiry, including a search for any available CCTV.
“Local people will have seen more police officers in the Ilford area since the murder of Zara Aleena two weeks ago. We have deployed additional resources to the local area including officers who specialise in tackling violent crime. We will continue to adjust our plans to ensure that officers are visible and available to support the community this weekend and in subsequent days. If you have any concerns or information, please do speak with those officers.”
No arrests have yet been made, and an investigation into what happened continues.