A man is in critical condition in the hospital following a stabbing incident on Westminster Bridge in central London, the Metropolitan Police confirmed. Officers were alerted to the scene at approximately 10:45 am on Sunday after reports of a fight breaking out on the iconic bridge.
Emergency services, including the Metropolitan Police, the London Ambulance Service, and London’s Air Ambulance, responded promptly. Upon arrival, they discovered a man suffering from a severe knife injury. He was immediately transported to the hospital, where he remains in critical condition.
Arrests Made Following Westminster Bridge Incident
Police have arrested three individuals on suspicion of attempted murder and one individual on suspicion of affray in connection with the incident. Two of the suspects required medical attention for minor facial injuries and were taken to the hospital.
A police spokesperson confirmed that a road closure remains in effect on Westminster Bridge while investigations are ongoing. Authorities have urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward as inquiries continue.
This incident underscores the rising concern over violent crime in central London, with Westminster Bridge—a major landmark—now the scene of a serious criminal investigation.
