Police are investigating after a headscarf-wearing woman, dubbed "the Kangaroo Knifer" due to its distinct kangaroo-pattern print, was foiled in a shocking attempt to stab a 15-year-old boy. Cops have released CCTV footage which shows a woman approaching the lad before producing a large kitchen knife and trying to stab him. He was reportedly left with a slashed stomach but avoided further injuries after the attacker was disarmed.

IG The 'Kangaroo Knifer' attacked the teenager in south east London on Boxing Day

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IG Police released CCTV footage which shows a woman producing a large kitchen knife

The suspect produced a large kitchen knife Met Police spokesman

The 51-year-old gran leapt to the rescue before she fled off the bus to get help. A Met Police spokesman said: "The suspect, who was already on the bus, approached the victim and produced a large kitchen knife, which she attempted to stab the victim with. "The victim's grandmother intervened and managed to disarm the suspect, who then got off the bus and fled towards Oval."

IG cribed as an Asian woman who wore a headscarf with a kangaroo print