A man with a sword was arrested in Hainault, east of London after several people were attacked and injured, the Metropolitan Police said on Tuesday.
The force said it was called just before 7:00 am (0600 GMT) after a vehicle drove into a house and reports that “people have been stabbed”.
“At this time we understand the suspect went on to attack other members of the public and two police officers,” a statement read.
“We are awaiting an update on the condition of those injured.”
Police and emergency services are in Hainault at a serious incident in which a man with a sword has been arrested.
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We do not believe there is any ongoing threat to the wider community – this incident does not appear to be terror-related. pic.twitter.com/M2ljxeBu32
— Redbridge MPS (@MPSRedbridge) April 30, 2024
The Met, which polices an area of 620 square miles (1,605 square kilometres) of Greater London, said a 36-year-old man was arrested at the scene.
Deputy Assistant Commissioner Ade Adelekan said: “This incident does not appear to be terror-related.”
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