Met Police swoop on Buckingham Palace after man handcuffs himself to gates
6 July 2023, 18:30 | Updated: 6 July 2023, 22:07
The Met Police swooped on Buckingham Palace this evening after a man handcuffed himself to palace's gates.
A spokesperson for the Met said at 9.45pm: "Cordons remain in place & situation still ongoing.
"Officers are still speaking to the man, who has sustained a number of self-inflicted slash injuries.
"Police are working to bring the situation to a safe end as quickly as possible."
Unfolding drama at Buckingham Palace where a man has handcuffed himself to the entry gates.. police on hand @10NewsFirst @10NewsFirstMelb #buckinghampalace pic.twitter.com/dpHYqQvR67
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The Met said earlier this evening: "LAS are also on scene.
"Police are trying to speak to the man & bring the situation to a swift conclusion to ensure his safety and welfare."
