London emergency services have dealt with a series of serious incidents across the capital in the past 48 hours, ranging from a firearm arrest at Elm Park Underground station to a fall from height in the City.
Firearm Incident at Elm Park Station
British Transport Police confirmed they were called just after 7am on Wednesday, 19 June, to reports of a man in possession of a firearm at Elm Park Underground station.
A spokesperson said:
“Officers attended, and a 61-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm and taken into custody.”
Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Anyone with information is urged to text BTP on 61016 or call 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 109 of 19 June.
Woman Suffers Life-Changing Injuries in City of London Collision
Later the same day, at 10.30pm, emergency services were called to a collision involving a scooter and a cyclist at the junction of Cannon Street and Queen Street.
These incidents form part of a concerning spike in serious emergency callouts across London this week. Authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious behaviour immediately.
