Pictures from the scene show the cordon set up near Caledonian Road, from Camden Road to Freegrove Road today (April 2).
Emergency services were called to Camden Road, near Walter’s Road, at around 1.30pm and found two 17-year-olds with stab injuries.
Police near Camden Road (Image: Newsquest) They were treated at the scene before being taken to hospital, where their conditions are unknown.
Police near Camden Road (Image: Newsquest) Officers are seen patrolling the area after the knife attack, with tape blocking off a large area.
Police have been asking people to avoid the area to reduce congestion, but traffic is reportedly coping well.
A detour operation is in place, affecting many routes including the 17, 91, 259, 393 and N91.
Police near Camden Road (Image: Newsquest) A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said: “An investigation has been launched after two teenage boys were stabbed outside an address in Camden Road, Islington, at 1.33pm on Tuesday (April 2).
“The boys – both aged 17 – were treated at the scene and taken to hospital by the London Ambulance Service.
“They remain there for treatment and we await an update on injuries and condition.”