Essex Road has been cordoned all morning today (October 15) after police were called to the scene just past midnight.
The Islington Gazette initially reported that a boy, 17, is fighting for his life after being treated at the scene and taken to hospital.
However, the Metropolitan Police has revealed that there was a second boy injured with stab wounds, also aged 17.
He self-presented himself at hospital and his injuries are not believed to be life-changing or life-threatening.
Officers believe that he was assaulted on Essex Road.
No arrests have been made at this stage and a crime scene remains in place.
A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said: “We understand the concern this has caused in the community and people can expect to see an increased police presence in the area.”
Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 quoting reference CAD 14/15OCT25.
Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
