Five minutes of terror: How the London Bridge attack unfolded

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Five minutes of terror: How the London Bridge attack unfolded

Shortly before 2pm at the event, Khan - armed with two knives and wearing a fake suicide vest - threatened to blow up the building, according to witnesses.

Witnesses describe how a kitchen worker at Fishmongers' Hall attempted to tackle Khan while being stabbed in the hand. Several other members of the public - including an off-duty plain-clothed police officer - grapple with the attacker as they attempt to drag him to the ground and stop the attack.One bystander - an off-duty police officer in plain clothes - is seen removing a large knife believed to have been used by the attacker.

Top counter-terror officer Neil Basu later confirms the suspect was shot by armed officers and died at the scene.Mr Basu reveals the suspect was wearing a"hoax explosive device" and confirms the attack has been declared a"terrorist incident".

 

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No. A length of rope is required.

The terrorist didn't want to be rehabilitated if he did, he would've kicked up a fuss with his solicitor to get him some. Longer sentences may or may not be the case but they should serve the time they are given and not less.

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