Police are appealing for witnesses after two men were rushed to hospital following a double stabbing on New Malden High Street late on Sunday night, with one of the men currently fighting for his life.

Officers arrived at the junction between New Malden High Street and Blagdon Road at 11.40pm alongside members of the London Ambulance Service, to find two men with stab wounds, both of whom taken to hospital.

Road closures remain in place along New Malden High Street (Credit: David Byrne)

One of the men, 31, has suffered life-threatening injuries, his family have been informed.

The second man, who is 28-years-of-age, has seen his injuries deemed 'not life-threatening'.

No arrests have been made as of yet with police investigations underway.

Road closures remain in place along New Malden High Street with police sealing off a nearby alleyway.

Officers in Kingston are encouraging anyone with information to come forward by calling 101 and quoting CAD 7447/16apr. For those wanting to remain anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website here