A south east London Street has been thrown into armed lockdown following reports of a...

Published: 11:03 pm August 25, 2020
Updated: 5:39 am October 8, 2025
South East London street thrown into armed lockdown following reports of a man with a weapon – UKNIP

A south east London Street has been thrown into armed lockdown following reports of a man waving a weapon around.

 

Armed Police were called to Horsley Street  in Walworth just after 11pm on Tuesday evening.

South East London street thrown into armed lockdown following reports of a man with a weapon South East London street thrown into armed lockdown following reports of a man with a weapon

One man has been arrested by Police and the road remains under Police guard.

A number of resident took to the street expressing their shock after seeing the road fill with Police and officers with weapons.

South East London street thrown into armed lockdown following reports of a man with a weapon

The Met Police have been approached for comment 

 

We are your go-to destination for breaking UK news, real-life stories from communities across the country, striking images, and must-see video from the heart of the action.

Follow us on Facebook at for the latest updates and developing stories, and stay connected on X (Twitter) the for live coverage as news breaks across the UK.

SIGN UP NOW FOR YOUR FREE DAILY BREAKING NEWS AND PICTURES NEWSLETTER

Your information will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy

YOU MIGHT LIKE