A woman was left in a critical condition after being stabbed several times last night in Thornton Heath.
The victim, who is thought to be in her 50s, was attacked near Mayday Hospital, London Road.
It is understood as well as being knifed multiple times her attacker also beat her with a hammer.
The victim underwent emergency surgery last night and is now in a critical condition.
A man - thought also aged in his 50s - was arrested in connection with the incident.
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