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04 Jun 2017 | 02:07 AM UTC

United Kingdom: Vauxhall station reopened, multiple casualties reported at London Bridge /update 5

Vauxhall station reopens after reports of police activity; multiple casualties reported at London Bridge and Borough Market

Critical

Event

Transport officials reopen Vauxhall station after reports of police activity in the area on Saturday, June 3. Multiple casualties have been reported at London Bridge and Borough Market. Police have confirmed at least one fatality and armed police officers opened fire at armed attackers in Borough Market. According to media sources, a number of people have been stabbed by as many as three attackers in the area. Details are still emerging. Avoid the area.

Context

Authorities have closed both sides of London Bridge on the night of June 3, after a van reportedly hit pedestrians. Police officers are on the scene. The Metropolitan Police also announced that officers are responding to an incident at Borough Market, located near London Bridge. The London Bridge station  and the Southwark Bridge have been closed.

Advice

Individuals in London are advised to monitor the situation and to avoid the areas around Vauxhall, London Bridge, and Borough Market.