Two members of the public have died following a stabbing attack at London Bridge.
Police shot dead the suspect, who was wearing a ‘hoax explosive device.’
The Met Police has declared the attack a terrorist incident.
We are suspending campaigning in London tonight as a mark of respect for those who suffered in this attack.
We will not be cowed by those who threaten us. We must and we will stand together to reject hatred and division.
— Jeremy Corbyn (@jeremycorbyn) November 29, 2019
The full statement by the Commissioner can be found here: https://t.co/qek5GY9T7s
Anyone with information that could assist with the investigation can call the Anti-Terrorist Hotline on 0800 789 321. In an emergency call 999.
— Metropolitan Police (@metpoliceuk) November 29, 2019
The mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has released an updated statement following Scotland Yard’s briefing earlier this evening (see: 8.16pm):
Heartbreaking confirmation from the Met Commissioner that two people who were attacked this afternoon have tragically died – victims of the appalling terrorist attack at London Bridge.
My heart goes out to them, their loved ones and to everybody affected.
London will never be cowed by terrorism. Terrorism will never win. I want to reassure Londoners and visitors that there will be enhanced police patrols, including firearms teams, on the streets of London this weekend. I will be attending the government’s emergency Cobra meeting tonight.
"My heart goes out… to everybody who has been affected by today's terrible and mindless events"
Met Police Commissioner Cressida Dick says "we must emerge stronger still from this tragedy", confirming 2 dead and 3 injured after London Bridge attack https://t.co/6ntnD2BqJu pic.twitter.com/A8G46RMY06
— BBC Breaking News (@BBCBreaking) November 29, 2019
Another example of how wonderful and brave our #emergencyservices are today at #Londonbridge but, let’s not forget that our boys and girls in blue (and green) deal with emergencies every day. They are heroes every day, not just when a #TerroristAttack occurs ?#999family
— Victoria? (@vicky4244) November 29, 2019
The #GreatBritishPublic involved in today's #TerroristAttack all need recognising at the highest level for their incredible brave actions today, Absolute heroes!
The British public ????????https://t.co/WVyVL0aTmf
— Dan Halliwell (@DanHalliwell1) November 29, 2019
