Armed Police in Lewisham: High-Street Standoff with Knifeman
A dramatic scene unfolded today in Lewisham High Street as armed police engaged in a tense stand-off with a man brandishing a knife from a third-floor window. The incident, which began around 10:45 AM, has drawn a heavy police presence, with emergency services—including the London Ambulance Service and the London Fire Brigade—on the scene.
Witnesses described a chaotic situation, with the suspect reportedly leaning out of the window, waving a large knife, and refusing to cooperate with authorities. Social media quickly flooded with images of the man, dressed in a dressing gown, holding the weapon in a threatening manner.
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A local shop owner at Lewisham Market shared their experience, saying, "It's been going on for hours. At first, no one really knew what was happening, but then the police cordon kept getting pushed back. It’s a waiting game now." Meanwhile, a passerby, Callum Fahim, recounted seeing two armed officers aiming their guns at the suspect for an extended period, with no apparent negotiations taking place.
As a precaution, a nearby HSBC bank branch shut its doors, though the bank confirmed that no customers or staff were involved. Meanwhile, local businesses have expressed frustration, with one shop employee saying, "The road has been closed all day—it's ruined business."
Traffic in the area has been heavily disrupted, with police urging people to avoid Lewisham High Street as the situation remains ongoing. Authorities have yet to confirm whether anyone else is inside the property, but so far, no injuries have been reported.
The standoff has drawn significant attention, with residents left in shock at the sight of armed police and emergency responders flooding their usually busy high street. For now, all eyes remain on the situation as officers work towards a peaceful resolution.
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