07 Jan 2025 | 05:08 PM UTC
UK: Police responding to stabbing on bus in Woolwich, London, Jan. 7
Stabbing kills one person on bus in Woolwich, London, UK, Jan. 7; authorities set up cordons and close local roads to facilitate response.
Police are responding to a stabbing in the Woolwich area of London Jan. 7. The stabbing reportedly killed one person on a bus on Woolwich Church Street near its intersection with the A205 South Circular Road. Authorities did not immediately arrest anyone in connection with the incident. Police have set up cordons and officials have closed local roads in the vicinity to facilitate the investigation into the stabbing.
Heightened security and disruptions to transport and business will likely affect the Woolwich area until authorities conclude their investigative work at the scene.
Avoid the scene of the stabbing until authorities conclude their work in the area and vacate the vicinity. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent related disruptions. Exercise increased vigilance if operating in Woolwich. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
