Armed Police Swarm Slade Green After Machete and Mass Brawl Panic
Armed officers have flooded Colyers Lane and nearby streets in Slade Green and Erith following reports of a man brandishing a machete and a massive disturbance involving up to 100 youths. Social media claims the chaos erupted from an unlicensed music video shoot that spiralled wildly out of control.
Chaos on Colyers Lane: What We Know
- Around 9pm, police vehicles blocked off Colyers Lane near Brook Street amid escalating tension.
- Locals warned online about a man spotted carrying a machete near Hooked Fish Shop.
- Groups of up to 100 youths reportedly clashed in the streets, many armed with knives and swords.
- A police helicopter was deployed as officers made multiple arrests and tried to contain the disorder.
Eyewitnesses Speak Out
“There was a guy 5 minutes ago with a machete walking around Hooked Fish Shop. Be careful!!” an anonymous local warned online.
“Fight in Colyers, 123 arrests,” another eyewitness claimed on social media.
Police and Community React
Officers have sealed off Colyers Lane, forming containment lines and searching for discarded weapons. Images show a heavy police presence trying to disperse the crowds.
One social media thread suggested the unrest began with an “unlicensed music video” that sparked chaos from Queens Road to nearby takeaways, with people brandishing weapons.
Local resident and community moderator Michael James Lorryman slammed the violence:
“Dozens of knives and swords found, many arrested – doesn’t sound like a ‘music video’ at all.”
Another resident added:
“Exactly, where are their parents? Police were trying to disperse them, but they just kept coming out of everywhere.”
Official Response Still Pending
We have reached out to the Metropolitan Police, London Ambulance Service, and London Fire Brigade for official statements. So far, no details have been confirmed on casualties or total arrests.
This is a developing story – stay tuned for updates.
