A 41-year-old woman is in custody following an incident at the Palace of Westminster late on Tuesday, 5 December. At approximately 11:31 pm, the woman approached police officers, claiming to have thrown a lit container of flammable liquid onto parliamentary property near Elizabeth Tower.
Officers promptly recovered the item, which has been seized for forensic examination. The woman was arrested on suspicion of arson and taken to a west London police station, where she remains in custody. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported, and the building sustained no damage.
The Metropolitan Police have initiated an investigation into the incident. Authorities are appealing to the public for any information that may assist their inquiries. Witnesses or individuals with relevant details are encouraged to contact the police at 101 or reach out via Twitter @MetCC.
This event underscores the importance of vigilance and prompt reporting of suspicious activities to ensure the continued safety and security of public institutions.
