A mosque has been shut temporarily after reports of a man having been stabbed outside it.  

The Stepney Shahjalal Mosque & Cultural Centre in Duckett Street has confirmed to The Advertiser  today (March 8) that they are closed for the time being.

The closure is believed to be linked to a police incident outside the venue which has been confirmed as a "stabbing" by the Metropolitan Police. 

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East London Advertiser: The incident is said to have occurred outside the place of worship on Duckett StreetThe incident is said to have occurred outside the place of worship on Duckett Street (Image: Google Maps)

The mosque has been unable to provide further comment at this time regarding when they will be able to resume their service. 

The Metropolitan Police and London Ambulance Service have been approached for statements regarding the incident.