Two Officers Hurt After Violent Motorcycle Stop in Croydon
Detectives want witnesses after two police officers were injured tackling a violent motorcyclist in Croydon.
Drama at Cherry Tree Green
At around 10am on Thursday, 30 December, officers from the Met’s South Area Command Safer Transport Team pulled over a 23-year-old man riding a motorcycle at Cherry Tree Green.
The rider turned aggressive during the stop. Police had to deploy a Taser before detaining him. A knife was found at the scene.
Officers Suffer Serious Injuries
- One officer suffered a concussion
- The other has a suspected fracture
The 23-year-old has since been charged in connection with the incident.
Police Seek Witnesses
If you saw what happened or have video, contact the Met at [email protected], call 101, or tweet @MetCC quoting 1096/30DEC.
For total anonymity, ring Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
