Emergency services have responded to a serious incident in south London amid reports that a police officer has been attacked with an axe.
The incident is understood to have taken place in the Bermondsey Spa Road area, with witnesses reporting a significant emergency services presence and a cordon in place. Early information circulating locally suggested a possible stabbing, while other accounts claimed a police officer had been assaulted with a weapon.
At this stage, the details remain unconfirmed, and authorities have not yet released an official statement outlining the exact circumstances or the extent of any injuries.
Residents reported seeing police vehicles and forensic activity in the vicinity, with some describing the scene as a “major incident” unfolding during the afternoon.
One local message shared online stated that a crime scene had been established and that the situation involved an injured officer, though this has not been formally verified.
The Metropolitan Police are expected to provide an update once initial enquiries have been completed. It is not yet known whether any arrests have been made.
Anyone in the area may experience temporary road closures or disruptions while emergency services deal with the incident.
This is a developing story. Updates will follow as more information becomes available.
