A
mature student from Spain was slashed with a knife when two muggers
tried to rob him of his rucksack just after midnight in a north-west
London street.
The
30 year-old, who is studying English, was attacked outside
Brondesbury Court, Willesden Lane, Cricklewood (pictured) at 12.35am on January
5.
Detectives
from the borough of Brent arrested two youths, aged 15 and 17, and
are appealing for witnesses.
The
victim refused to hand over his rucksack when approached by two males
and during a struggle was slashed with the knife.
He
received serious injuries and was rushed by ambulance to a central
London hospital where his condition is now stable, but may be
life-changing.
The
suspects, who were arrested twenty-four hours later on suspicion of
inflicting grievous bodily harm, have been bailed to date next
month.
Detective
Constable Fiona Davidson of Brent CID said: "This was a
shockingly violent attack on a man who was simply attempting to
prevent the robbery of his bag.
"I
would urge anyone who saw what happened, or who has information about
those responsible, to make contact with police."
Anyone
with information can call officers on 020 8733 3709 or speak with
Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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