Arrest made after officer was stabbed in the shoulder while responding to reports of a man with a knife

A Metropolitan Police officer was seriously injured after being stabbed while responding to reports of a man with a knife in Enfield Lock.

The incident happened in Mandeville Road yesterday (Tuesday 16th) at 4.20pm, with the officer being stabbed in the shoulder. He was immediately supported by his colleagues who helped disarm and detain the suspect and seized a knife.

The officers also rushed to administer first aid treatment, including using a tourniquet. The officer was then taken to hospital by London Ambulance Service. He is in a stable condition.

The suspect sustained an injury during the arrest and has been discharged from hospital. As is routine, the Met’s Directorate of Professional Standards has been informed.

A 30-year old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

Assistant Commissioner Matt Jukes said: “This officer has shown immense bravery apprehending a suspect, armed with a knife. Visiting him in hospital after he was injured, I was struck by his courage and humility. He didn’t want to talk about his own actions but to praise the professionalism of the police medic and other colleagues who provided him with vital first aid, and arrested the suspect.

“He was in good spirits and spoke with pride about the work his team do, protecting Londoners. And yesterday, he did just that – stepped forward to put himself between the public and a clearly dangerous individual.

“In doing so, he showed the best of the Met and reminded us of the daily challenges officers face while doing their duty to protect the public. The officer and the Met would also like to thank colleagues in the NHS for their care.

“The local community can be reassured that the incident was dealt with swiftly and that a thorough investigation is now underway.”

Local enquiries continue into the circumstances of the incident.

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