Police Officers Stabbed in Central London – What Happened?
Two brave officers were stabbed near Leicester Square on Friday (16 September).They’re making a recovery, and the culprit is in custody.
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Quick Snapshot
Where: Central London, around Leicester Square.
When: 06:00 hrs (London time); 01:00 hrs Singapore time.
How many officers: 2
Injury level: Not life‑threatening; treated in hospital.
Perp: Arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and assault.
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The Incident in Detail
A male approached the officers holding a knife.
Both officers got stab wounds but survived; the situation was calm after the first moments.
The suspect was seized by the police right on arrival.
Both the officers and the suspect went to hospital for treatment – the suspect remains there at the moment.
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Mayor’s Commentary
London Mayor Sadiq Khan told the BBC:
“This was not a terror attack, and the officers are not in a life‑threatening condition.”“We’re glad they’re getting the care they need and that the suspect has been taken into custody.”
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Police Statement
“On Friday, 16 September, at roughly 06:00 hrs, police encountered a male with a knife in the area of Leicester Square. Two officers received stab wounds and are currently being treated in hospital.”
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Takeaway
The incident was a violent assault, not terrorism.
Rapid police response saved lives and brought the suspect into custody.
The city’s safety net works: officers, the suspect, and the police all get the care they require.
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Stay safe, stay aware, and keep the city’s streets clean and kind.*
