Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses following a stabbing at a bar in Ilford.

Police were called at around 01:00hrs on Sunday, 17 December, to reports of a disturbance inside the 9Zero bar in Cranbrook Road, Ilford.

Officers and London Ambulance Service attended.

A 44-year-old man and a 38-year-old man were taken to separate east London hospitals. Both have since been discharged from hospital.

Detectives from East Area CID are investigating.

There have been no arrests at this early stage. Enquiries continue to establish the circumstances.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that may assist police should call DC Sam Carey of East Area CID on 020 8345 2724. To remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.