A teenager has been stabbed following a fight in Croydon.

The 18-year-old man is in hospital in a serious but stable condition, but police say his injuries are not life threatening.

Police were called to Centrale Shopping Centre in North End at about 4.45pm yesterday to reports of a fight.

Officers and the LAS discovered the 18-year-old, who had been stabbed, and took him to hospital.

A second man, believed to be 17, was treated for a head injury at a separate south London hospital.

He was discharged and arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent. He remains in custody at a south London police station.

Officers from Croydon Violent Crime Unit investigate. Anyone with information is asked to contact DC Andy Partner on 020 8649 0258.