London police responded to a stabbing near London Bridge at around 2 p.m. local time, prompting the closing of the bridge.
The latest: The police say they shot and killed a male suspect, and are treating the incident "as though it is terror-related" as the suspect was wearing a fake explosive vest. They believe multiple people have been injured but have not released a number.
This is a developing story.
Police were called at 1:58pm to a stabbing at premises near to London Bridge.
— Metropolitan Police (@metpoliceuk) November 29, 2019
Emergency services attended, including officers from the Met and @CityPolice.
A man has been detained by police. We believe a number of people have been injured. Further info to follow.
At this stage, the circumstances relating to the incident at #LondonBridge remain unclear. However, as a precaution, we are currently responding to this incident as though it is terror-related.
— Metropolitan Police (@metpoliceuk) November 29, 2019
One man has been shot by police. We will provide further information when possible.
A number of people have been stabbed. We will provide further information when possible.
— Metropolitan Police (@metpoliceuk) November 29, 2019
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