BREAKING: Police Officer Stabbed In The Neck During Romford Incident.
A police officer was taken to hospital after being stabbed in the neck while responding to a welfare concern in Romford. The officer was assaulted by a 21-year-old man armed with a sharp object, highlighting the dangers officers face while responding to emergency calls and protecting the public.
At around 16:16hrs on Friday, 13 November, police were called to an address in Mawney Road, Romford following concerns for the welfare of a man.
On arrival, the 21-year-old man threatened police with a sharp object before assaulting an officer.
The officer was taken to hospital with a stab wound to their neck. His injuries have since been assessed as non life-threatening or life-changing and he has been discharged.
The man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder and remains in police custody.
A crime scene remains in place.
Our thoughts are with this officer and hope he makes a speedy recovery.
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