Man arrested over knife attack during suspected robbery in central London
The 25-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit robbery, grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of an offensive weapon.
Monday 10 October 2022 19:24, UK
A man has been arrested over three stabbings in central London last week.
The knife attack occurred during a suspected robbery on Bishopsgate at around 9.45am on Thursday.
A 25-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit robbery, grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of an offensive weapon.
The City of London police received reports of three stabbings and a person pushed to the floor around 9.45am on Thursday.
Witnesses described seeing lots of blood and people lying on the floor after the attack near Liverpool Street station.
Police arrived at the scene at 9.51am. Three victims were taken to hospital to be treated.
Footage on social media showed several emergency services vehicles near to the 22 Bishopsgate skyscraper, London's second tallest building.
The Major Crime Team has launched an investigation.
Detectives are continuing to appeal for witnesses with information to assist with the investigation. Anyone with information about the incident should use the Major Incident Public Portal or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.