Man With Sword Attacks Several People Including 2 Cops In London, Arrested

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.

Read and share our latest update below.

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.

"I am being regularly updated about the incident at Hainault Station this morning. My thoughts are with those who have been affected & thank you to the emergency responders," UK Home Secretary, James Cleverly, said.

I am being regularly updated about the incident at Hainault Station this morning

My thoughts are with those who have been affected & thank you to the emergency responders

I would urge people not to speculate or share footage online and provide relevant information to the police — James Cleverly?? (@JamesCleverly) April 30, 2024

Deputy Assistant Commissioner Ade Adelekan said: "This incident does not appear to be terror-related."