Police attacked with bottles after teenager stabbed on Chatsworth Road

The scene on Chatsworth Road after a teenager was stabbed. Photograph: Henry Kendall-Price

A group of around 30 people attacked police with bottles after they were called to assist a teenager who had been stabbed on Chatsworth Road.

Officers were called at around 11.30pm on Saturday night to reports of a stabbing, and were met by a “volatile” crowd with their faces covered.

An 18-year-old was found with stab wounds to his upper body and was taken to hospital. His injuries are not thought to be life threatening.

In a statement, Scotland Yard said: “Officers at the scene were threatened by a large group of around 30 people. The group had covered their faces and threw bottles and other missiles at police.

“One emergency response team officer pursued and apprehended a suspect in connection with this incident despite continuing threats from a volatile crowd.”

An 18-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of being in possession of an offensive weapon and affray.

Anyone who witnessed or has information concerning this incident should call Hackney Police by dialling 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.