Police hunt for suspect after man stabbed in ‘unprovoked’ attack in Peckham shop

Peckham: Last Thursday night, a 62-year-old man was stabbed in a shop during what police are calling an unprovoked attack. Officers rushed to Rye Lane around 10:27 PM and found the man with serious injuries to his neck and thigh.

Initially, his injuries were life-threatening, but thankfully, he has since been released from the hospital. Now, the police are on the lookout for the suspect, described as a black man in his 40s, about 5 feet 4 inches tall, with a stocky build and a short beard.

He was last seen wearing a black jacket with some kind of print on it. Detective Constable Jacob Ludlam is urging anyone who was in the area that night to think back and report anything suspicious. The incident took place right across from the John The Unicorn pub, so if you were around, your info could really help.

If you have any tips, you can reach out online or call 101 with the reference number provided. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously. Every little bit of information counts, so don’t hesitate to speak up. Thanks for keeping an eye out!