A man has been slashed in the leg after an argument broke out, allegedly over the sale of a mobile phone.
On Thursday, September 14 at 11.40am, police were called to All about Laptops on George Street where they found an injured 26-year-old man.
The suspect then fled the scene.
Later that day a 16-year-old girl was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. She was then taken to a south London hospital before being released on bail.
The suspect is described as a black teenage girl with a light complexion.
Enquiries continue.
Police are appealing for any information including phone footage recorded by those in the street who witnessed the incident.
Anyone with information or any witnesses are urged to call DC Glyn Shepherd Croydon CID 0203 276 2229 or 2176 or by tweeting @MetCC. To give information anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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