Boy, 14, dies after ‘horrific’ sword attack in north-east London

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Man arrested after attack near Hainault tube station which left four others, including two police officers, injured

An attack by a man armed with a sword has left a 14-year-old boy dead and four others injured in east London, including two police officers who sustained serious wounds.

The Guardian understands police are investigating whether the suspect has a history of mental ill health. Bell said the injuries suffered by two police officers were “significant” and would require surgery but were not life threatening. Bell said two of the three members of the public injured were still in hospital.Police confirm teenage boy has died after Hainault sword attack – video

In one street, Laing Close, a black van was visible with its front window damaged and back doors open. Another witness said he heard shrieking before seeing a man dressed in yellow jumping over some fences at about 7am.

 

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