Police in Greenwich are appealing for help to find a man after a woman was stabbed in the back in Greenwich this morning, (Monday, 10 September).
This image of the man sought by police has been released. He is Peter Morley, aged 35, should not be approached by members of the public.
Police say is wanted for questioning in relation to this incident and have said anyone who sees Morley or knows where he is should dial 999 immediately.
Detective Chief Inspector Lesley Hamilton of Greenwich Police said: “It is important that we locate Mr Morley quickly and without further incident and I urge anyone who sees him not to hesitate but to call police without delay.
“Officers remain at the scene and additional patrols are being conducted to provide reassurance to the public while the search for Peter Morley is undertaken.”
Police were called at around 09:30am this morning (Monday, 10 September) to reports of a stabbing at Anglesea Road, in Woolwich.
Officers attended. At the scene a woman, believed in her 30s, was found suffering from a number of stab wounds to her back.
The injured woman was taken by London’s Air Ambulance to a central London hospital.
Police are awaiting an update on her condition, but at this early stage they do not believe that her injuries will be deemed life threatening.
The suspect was known to the victim.
At this early stage there has been no arrest.
Enquiries continue.
Anyone who witnessed this incident but has not yet spoken with police is asked to call Greenwich CID by dialling 101 and quoting ref CAD1905/10Sep, Tweet @MetCC or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.