Police officer stabbed multiple times in 'frenzied' machete attack in east London is 'seriously injured, but will recover'
The officer, who is"fine" but"shaken up", has been commended for his bravery and is being treated for a stab wound to the side of his head, which required stitches, and an injured hand from fending off the attacker.As Mr Tucker was briefing the media at Forest Gate Police station, the van which officers had stopped was taken away on a flatbed truck for further forensic examination.
He added:"Enough is enough. Police officers should be going home at the end of their shifts. Not to hospital."Home Secretary Priti Patel tweeted:"Absolutely horrified by the shocking stabbing of one of our brave police officers in Leyton overnight. Police are not looking for anyone else in connection with the attack and there are no other reported injuries.Mayor of London Sadiq Khan said he is"utterly appalled by this sickening attack".
Mr Khan added:"This attack on a police officer, who showed tremendous bravery by continuing to defend others even whilst being attacked himself, is a reminder that our police risk their personal safety every time they go to work. They deserve our full support and gratitude."
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