Two policemen stabbed in central London: a man is in custody

Two policemen have been stabbed by a man early on a Friday in central London. The agents are hospitalized and the circumstances of the attack are unknown, although It is not, for now, related to terrorism, according to the Metropolitan Police.

Scotland Yard has reported that the event occurred in the central leicester square and that “an electric shock gun was used”. The perpetrator of the attack has been arrested. for stabbing the two police officers and assaulting an emergency services worker.

It is ruled out, for the time being, that what happened has any relation to terrorist activities. The police continue to investigate the facts.

Funeral of Elizabeth II

This attack on two police officers comes at a time of maximum security in the city, since in just three days the State funeral of Elizabeth II and thousands of people line up to say their final goodbyes to the monarch in Westminster.

The United Kingdom has been facing a major security challenge for days after the death of Elizabeth II and her funeral, which will be held on Monday in the heart of London with the presence of more than 2,000 people, most of them heads of state, monarchs and top-ranking diplomats.

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has called the attack “absolutely appalling” and “disgraceful”. “ANDThese brave officers were doing their duty and helping citizens at a momentous time for our country”, said the mayor, who warned that “attacks against the police will not be tolerated”.