Police were called to Walnut Tree Road in Erith today after reports emerged of a...

Published: 10:50 pm June 21, 2024
Updated: 11:57 am October 8, 2025
Police Respond to Reports of Man with Knife in Erith – UKNIP

Police were called to Walnut Tree Road in Erith today after reports emerged of a man in possession of a knife.

Officers arrived at the scene at approximately 4:40 PM following reports of a man armed with a weapon. However, despite a thorough search, they were unable to locate a suspect.

Metropolitan Police confirmed that no injuries were reported in connection with the incident.

A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police said: “Police were called at around 16.40hrs on Friday 21 June to Walnut Tree Road, Erith to reports of a man in possession of a knife. Officers attended the scene but were unable to locate either a suspect or any injured party.”

Authorities are continuing their investigation and are urging anyone with information to come forward.

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