A MAN is in a critical condition after being stabbed in the head.

The 44-year-old was found in Yunus Khan Close, Walthamstow, on Saturday, May 22.

He was treated by the London Ambulance Service who were called to reports of a stabbing at 2.15am.

He was taken by ambulance to hospital, where he remains in a critical but stable condition.

Detective Inspector Jane Gyford from the Community Safety Unit said: "The male victim has sustained a very serious injury.

"I urge any witnesses to come forward and help us to establish details surrounding this assault. Your call will be treated sensitively by Community Safety Officers."

Anyone with information is asked to call the Community Safety Unit on 8345 3143/3146 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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