Heavy Police Presence Shuts Down Harold Hill Streets
Emergency services flooded Dagnam Park Drive and nearby Petersfield Avenue this afternoon, sparking concern in Harold Hill. A significant police operation, including armed officers, was launched around midday.
Nearby Settle Road also saw a strong police presence shortly after 4pm, adding to the growing scene of chaos.
Man Detained and Led Away by Armed Officers
Eyewitnesses captured videos showing armed police at the scene. One clip shows a man being escorted to the back of a police van, flanked by two officers. Another video reveals the moment the man was detained amid the tense stand-off.
Officers led the individual away in handcuffs amid heightened security.
Emergency Services Use Local School as Command Base
A nearby school was pressed into action as a staging point for emergency crews handling the incident. The exact nature of the event remains unclear, with officials yet to release full details.
Police Respond, Awaiting Official Statement
The Metropolitan Police have been approached for comment but have not provided details at this time.
