A man was found stabbed in Abbey Lane last night.
The 19-year-old was discovered by police who were called to the the street in Stratford at 8.45pm.
A Met spokeswoman said: "The victim is not in a life-threatening or life-changing condition. There have been no arrests but enquiries continue."
Detectives are appealing for witnesses. A section 60 stop and search order has been authorised in the area.
Anyone who can help should call 101 with the reference 7786/May16.
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