London police arrested a woman on Wednesday after four men were stabbed in the bustling Covent Garden area. The Metropolitan Police stated that early indications suggest the incident was related to mental health and that scissors were recovered from the scene.
The four injured men, aged 34, 39, 42, and 52, were found with stab wounds on Endell Street. Emergency services treated the victims at the scene and transported them to a major trauma center by road. The extent of their injuries has not yet been released.
A 47-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon and assault. A significant police cordon remained in place around the incident site.
Police initially reported three people had been stabbed but later confirmed four victims. Covent Garden is a popular district known for its attractions and busy atmosphere, frequently visited by tourists and locals alike.