The Metropolitan Police have confirmed they are investigating a complex series of incidents in Marsh Wall, E14, after video footage circulating online showed a man entering a property while being followed by a group of men in the street.
Officers were called at 6.07pm on Wednesday, 13 August, to reports that the man had entered through an open door. Police say the individual has not been arrested as their initial investigation has not identified any offences.
“We understand this is distressing for the occupants,” a Met Police spokesperson said. “We are reviewing Body Worn Video and other footage to understand exactly what happened.”
Following the incident, a 22-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of common assault against a security guard, possession of an offensive weapon, affray, possession of Class B drugs, and assault on an emergency worker.
A Section 35 dispersal order was issued in the area, resulting in the arrest of a 28-year-old man and a 57-year-old woman for breaching the order.
Police are also aware of a second, separate incident involving the same man allegedly attempting to enter another nearby development. This forms part of their ongoing enquiries.
Witnesses or anyone with video footage are urged to call police on 101, quoting CAD 7590/13August, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
