Knife-Wielding Man Attacks Police on De Beauvoir Estate Balcony
Police rushed to De Beauvoir Estate in N1 at around 2am on Friday, 10 March after reports of a man trying to force his way into a property. The caller feared the individual may have been experiencing a mental health crisis.
Officers Attacked, One Seriously Injured
When officers arrived, they found the man on the balcony. He launched an attack, stabbing/" title="Stabbing" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">stabbing and injuring both police officers. One officer suffered serious injuries. Both were rushed to hospital for treatment. A knife was recovered at the scene.
Suspect Flees, Manhunt Underway
The knife-wielding man managed to escape. Police have launched urgent enquiries to track down the suspect. Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 101, quoting reference 449/10Mar.
Brave Officers Praised by Senior Police
Detective Chief Superintendent James Conway, BCU commander for Central East, said: “This incident is a stark reminder of the real dangers our officers face every day as they protect our communities.”
He added: “Both officers showed incredible bravery and professionalism. We’ll make sure they get all the support they need. Our detectives are working tirelessly to find the person responsible.”
