Moment courageous police kick Golders Green stabbings suspect in head – ‘drop the knife’ | UK | News | EUROtoday

A video of police arresting a person following this morning’s suspected stabbing in Golders Green, north London, has emerged. The video reveals a number of law enforcement officials operating in direction of the suspect and shouting “Drop the f***ing knife”, having to kick and Taser the person sporting a darkish blue jacket a number of occasions to have the ability to make the arrest. The 45-year-old suspect tried to stab law enforcement officials when he was stopped in Golders Green, and was tasered earlier than being arrested.

Two Jewish males, one aged in his 70s, sustained stab wounds moments earlier than within the horrific assault in North London. They have been taken to hospital and are each in a secure situation. The disturbing assault prompted requires motion from the chief rabbi and the Israeli overseas ministry, following a collection of incidents focusing on Jewish websites in London.

A spokesperson for the Met Police stated: “At 11.16am on Wednesday, April 24, officers responded following reports of people stabbed in Highfield Avenue.

“Local officers and armed officers attended, alongside the London Ambulance Service.

“The suspect also attempted to stab police officers, and was Tasered before being arrested. No officers were injured.

“Two males – one in his 70s and one in his 30s – have been handled on the scene for stab wounds. They have been taken to hospital and each are in a secure situation.

“A 45-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. He was taken into custody, where he remains. We are working to establish his nationality and background.

“Specialist officers from Counter Terrorism Policing are main the investigation and dealing with the Metropolitan Police to ascertain the complete circumstances and any hyperlinks to terrorism.”

Detective Chief Superintendent Luke Williams said: “Our ideas are with the victims of this horrific assault. We are grateful to officers who swiftly Tasered and arrested the suspect earlier than he may trigger additional hurt.

“We are aware of the significant distress and concern this incident is likely to cause in the face of a number of incidents in the local area. A suspect is in custody, and investigators are considering all possible motives.

“Officers will stay on the scene for a while to hold out additional enquiries, converse to native folks and provide reassurance.”

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