November 12th 2024.
Earlier today, a man was seen carrying several knives outside the Houses of Parliament in central London. The incident sparked immediate concern, and police were called at approximately 2pm to respond to the situation. Upon arrival, officers arrested a 34-year-old man on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon in a public place.
Footage captured by bystanders shows the man, dressed in a red hooded top and camouflage cap with green trousers, being surrounded by armed officers. He was then handcuffed and taken into custody near the main entrance of Parliament Square, a popular tourist spot.
During the incident, the area was cordoned off and the entrance was closed. The Metropolitan Police have confirmed that the man will be taken to a police station for further questioning. Fortunately, no one was injured during the incident.
A spokesperson for the UK Parliament released a statement acknowledging the incident and reassuring the public that security measures were in place. They also advised anyone seeking more information to contact the Metropolitan Police.
The Metropolitan Police have provided a statement of their own, stating that officers were called to the scene at 2:01pm to respond to reports of a man with knives outside Parliament. They confirmed that a 34-year-old man has been arrested and no injuries have been reported.
In other news, there have been some disruptions in the transportation sector today. Trains to Heathrow Airport are experiencing delays due to staff illness and a track fault. Additionally, a man in his 60s has been charged with murder after a knife attack at a London market. On a lighter note, ravers were spotted holding an impromptu party in a foot tunnel under the River Thames.
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