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Mum and daughter hurt in 'horrific' hammer attack Mum and daughter hurt in 'horrific' hammer attack
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A mother and daughter are in a critical condition after a "horrific" hammer attack in south-east London.A mother and daughter are in a critical condition after a "horrific" hammer attack in south-east London.
Scotland Yard said the women, aged 64 and 30, suffered injuries "consistent with a violent assault" at Adderley Gardens, Greenwich, at about 12:10 BST.Scotland Yard said the women, aged 64 and 30, suffered injuries "consistent with a violent assault" at Adderley Gardens, Greenwich, at about 12:10 BST.
Officers are keen to find Joe Xuereb, 27, who lives locally and is believed to have mental health issues. Joe Xuereb, 27, who lives locally, has been arrested in connection with the attack.
He is described as white, with short fair hair. He was wearing beige trousers, a white top and trainers. The women, who did not know Mr Xuereb, are being treated at hospitals in south London.
He was last seen travelling on a black and orange bicycle, according to the force. Neighbour Bob Gover, 69, called an ambulance for the two women.
Det Supt Jane Corrigan said: "I would like to reassure the community that we are doing everything we can to trace Xuereb and question him in relation to the horrific attack which has left two women fighting for their lives. The retired TV engineer said: "I heard a bit of a commotion, I looked outside and there was about half a dozen people out there.
"I would urge anyone who has information on his whereabouts to contact the police on 999, and would like to remind the public not to approach him if seen." "I went out there and I saw blood on the face of one of them and I knew something had happened so I ran inside and phoned for an ambulance.
The women, who did not know the suspect, are being treated at hospitals in south London. "They were both covered in blood."