A heroic police officer was stabbed in the shoulder while attempting to seize a knife from a “dangerous” attacker. He was responding to reports of man with a knife in Mandeville Road at 4.20pm yesterday afternoon (Tuesday, April 16).
The officer suffered a serious stab wound in the attack while attempting to disarm the suspect. Fellow officers at the scene rushed to provide first aid treatment as a tourniquet – a band which applies pressure on heavy wounds – was used to control bleeding.
He was subsequently rushed to hospital where he remains in a stable condition. A 30-year old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder at the scene.
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Local enquiries continue into the circumstances of the incident. Assistant Commissioner Matt Jukes said: “This officer has shown immense bravery apprehending a suspect, armed with a knife. Visiting him in hospital after he was injured, I was struck by his courage and humility. He didn’t want to talk about his own actions but to praise the professionalism of the police medic and other colleagues who provided him with vital first aid, and arrested the suspect.
“He was in good spirits and spoke with pride about the work his team do, protecting Londoners. And yesterday, he did just that – stepped forward to put himself between the public and a clearly dangerous individual. In doing so, he showed the best of the Met and reminded us of the daily challenges officers face while doing their duty to protect the public. The officer and the Met would also like to thank colleagues in the NHS for their care.
“The local community can be reassured that the incident was dealt with swiftly and that a thorough investigation is now underway.”
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