Man in his 30s stabbed outside of huge American rap star’s central London pop-up event as cops probe attack

A MAN has allegedly been stabbed on a busy street in central London near to a pop-up event by an American singer. Police quickly cordoned off Greek St in Soho after the reported attack outside a bar where rap star Latto was hosting the event. Police cordoned off the area after reports of a stabbing Credit: @zonjy_ Stabbing in London soho Greek street Credit: @zonjy_ A man, in his 30s, was raced to hospital with a stab wound to the leg but his injuries are not thought to be life-threatening or life-changing. Hundreds of fans had swarmed the area this afternoon after the singer posted about the gathering on social media. Sign up for The Sun newsletter Thank you! One witness said on social media they heard huge crowds before ambulances and police cars arrived. Officers have cordoned off an alley between Greek Street and Charing Cross Road in Soho and they remain at the scene. Music artist Latto was hosting an event Credit: BackGrid The US-based singer was visiting the UK Credit: Getty A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police said: “At 16:28hrs on Thursday, 23 July Met officers were called by the London Ambulance Service to attend Greek Street, Soho following reports of a stabbing. “At the scene a man in his 30s was treated by paramedics and taken to hospital with a stab wound to the leg. His condition has since been confirmed as non-life-threatening and non-life-changing. “There were no other reported injuries. “Urgent enquiries are ongoing. At this early stage of the investigation no arrests have been made.” Most read in The Sun Inspector Hannah Woodfield, who polices central west London, added: “We understand news of this evening’s incident will be concerning for those visiting central London and of course the local community. “This is believed to be an isolated incident, with no further threat to the public. “Met officers will remain in the Soho area for the rest of this evening, carrying out additional patrols. If you have any questions or concerns, do feel free to approach us.” Police have urged anyone with information to call 101, and quote CAD 5506/23JUL or report anonymously using Crimestoppers. Latto is a Grammy-nominated rapper from Atlanta known for her Southern style. She broke through with “B**ch from da Souf” before reaching mainstream success with the global smash “Big Energy.” Her catalog also includes fan favorites like “Lottery” featuring LU KALA, “Put It on da Floor Again” with Cardi B, and “Sunday Service.” Over a career spanning more than a decade, Latto has become one of the leading voices in contemporary hip-hop.