A MAN was stabbed in the face in a quiet residential street.

Although the incident happened at around 5pm on Sunday (July 16) police did not confirm it until today (Thursday, July 20). 

The 25-year-old victim was taken to hospital after the stabbing in Peach Grove near Cathall Road, Leytonstone. His injuries are not life-threatening.

There have been no arrests. Police enquiries continue.