Man charged with attempted murder after police officers attack in Leyton A man has been...

Published: 9:19 pm August 8, 2019
Updated: 5:11 am October 8, 2025

Man charged with attempted murder after police officers attack in Leyton

A man has been charged following an attack on a police officer in Leyton. Muhammed Rodwan, 56 , of Villiers Close, was charged with attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon on the evening of Thursday, 8 August. He is due to appear at Thames Magistrates’ Court on the morning of Friday, 9 August. The officer, aged 28, remains in hospital in a serious but stable condition. His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. His family have been informed and are receiving support from MPS family liaison officers.

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