A violent street incident occurred near the Regent’s Park Mosque in London, involving a physical altercation and a stabbing. The event unfolded on Saturday afternoon, with video footage capturing the scene. The footage shows individuals fighting and wielding bladed weapons. In a dramatic and dangerous move, a car drove directly into the fight, navigating through traffic. The event caused a commotion, with people screaming.
The incident took place in a crowded area, leading to significant traffic congestion. The street was partially blocked, leading to the closure of two bus lanes. A person was observed attempting to stop the fighting. Another individual was seen lying on the ground with a knife.
The video of the violence has circulated widely on social media. Many users commented on the bravery of the person who tried to intervene in the fight. One user praised the individual’s courage, recognizing the risks involved.
This incident follows another recent case of daytime stabbing in Brixton, which was also caught on video. Police are looking into this matter.
The recent increase in violent incidents in London has made the public worried. This situation forces the London Metropolitan Police to make firm decisions to deal with the fights and rising violence in public places.
Violent incidents are increasing on London’s streets. During 2023-24, the Metropolitan Police recorded 252,545 violent crimes, which means around 690 violent events every day. In total, London had 938,020 crimes in 2023-24, that is more than 2,500 crimes daily. The crime rate in London is 105.8 per every thousand residents.