Firefighter Hurt After Bottle Thrown at London Fire Engine
In the early hours of Thursday, 12 January, chaos erupted in Ridley Road, East London. At 1.45am, a bottle was hurled at a London Fire Brigade (LFB) vehicle, injuring a firefighter on duty.
Attack During Emergency Callout
Firefighters had been responding to an automatic fire alarm when the shocking attack took place. The violent assault caught emergency services off guard as they worked to keep the community safe.
No Arrests Yet as Police Investigate
A Met Police spokesperson confirmed the incident: “At 01:45hrs on Thursday, 12 January, police were contacted by LFB after a bottle was thrown at an LFB vehicle in Ridley Road E8, injuring a member of staff.
So far, no arrests have been made. The investigation is ongoing as authorities hunt for those responsible.
The London Fire Brigade has been contacted for more details on the injured firefighter’s condition and the overall incident.
