A man is in a serious condition after being violently stabbed in Richmond. 

The 39-year-old man has undergone hours of life-saving surgery after the incident in Kings Road on Monday. 

A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said:

"Police were called at 3:56pm on Monday, 17 May following a report of a stabbing in the vicinity Kings Road, Richmond.

"Officers attended and found a 39-year-old male who had been stabbed and was being treated by London Ambulance Service paramedics.

"He was taken to hospital where he remains in a serious condition.

"Officers conducted an area search but no suspects were located. Enquiries are ongoing.

"It is believed that while the victim was found in Kings Road, he may have been stabbed in nearby Peldon Passage.  

"Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has information about what took place, is urged to call 101 providing the reference CAD4524/17MAY.

"Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers, anonymously, by calling 0800 555 111."