Two teenagers have been arrested in Ashford on suspicion of attempted murder after a man was stabbed and shot while riding his bike.

Police were called to Whalebone Lane South in Dagenham, east London, at around 5.20pm on May 2 following reports a man had been stabbed.

They were then informed of gunshots being heard in the area.

After officers and the London Ambulance Service attended the scene, a 19-year-old man was taken to hospital where it was confirmed he had been stabbed and shot.

He remains in hospital in a critical condition.

The victim’s next of kin have also been informed.

Four men and a woman aged between 18 and 25-years-old were arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

They have since been bailed pending further enquiries.

However, a further two people have now also been taken into custody.

Both, aged 17, were arrested in Ashford last night (May 10) on suspicion of attempted murder.

The pair are also alleged to have been in possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life.

They are to be taken to London for further questioning.

DI Iain Wallace, of the Metropolitan Police’s Specialist Crime Command, said: “We know the victim was riding a bike on the street when he was attacked by a group of men who arrived at and left the scene in three cars.

“We have made a number of arrests so far in our investigation, however we are still keen to hear from anyone with any information who has not yet spoken to police.

“This wasn’t a disagreement or a fight, it was an ambush that has left a 19-year-old fighting for his life.

“If you have information that could help us take these dangerous individuals off your streets please do get in touch.”

Anyone with information is being urged to call 101, quoting reference 5857/02May.

People can also call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or by completing their online form.