LONDON, England: The Metropolitan Police reported on Tuesday that a man armed with a sword was arrested in Hainault, east of London, following an incident where several people were attacked and injured.
Authorities were alerted just before 7:00 am (0600 GMT) after a vehicle crashed into a house and reports emerged of individuals being stabbed.
The police statement indicated that aside from the initial crash, the suspect proceeded to attack other members of the public and two police officers. The condition of the injured individuals is currently awaited.
A 36-year-old man was apprehended at the scene, according to the Met, which oversees policing in an area of 620 square miles (1,605 square kilometres) in Greater London.
Deputy Assistant Commissioner Ade Adelekan clarified, “This incident does not appear to be terror-related.”
This development underscores the swift response of law enforcement authorities to contain the situation and ensure public safety in the area.
