The tense standoff on Daneby Road, SE6, finally ended in the early hours of Thursday, 28 March. Police forced entry into the property and made an arrest after a lengthy stand-off.
Early Morning Drama on Daneby Road
Officers were called to the scene around 2am following concerns for a man’s welfare inside the house. Despite repeated attempts to negotiate, the man refused to cooperate, forcing police to take decisive action.
Suspect Injured During Police Operation
The suspect was bitten on the foot by a police dog during the raid. He was promptly treated and taken to hospital as a precaution.
Police Priority: Community Safety
“Our priority remains the safety and well-being of everyone involved,” said Detective Superintendent James Derham, who led the local policing team in south-east London. “We acted swiftly to resolve the situation and aim to restore calm to the community.”
