Police fatally shoot man armed with crossbow and sword during London flatmate attack

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Published: 2026-10-11T17:58:00Z
Category: crime-public-safety
Source: My London
Original source

A London man armed with a crossbow and sword was fatally shot by police after attempting to break into his flatmate's room. The incident, which occurred in January 2024, saw armed officers respond to the attack. A police watchdog later concluded the use of lethal force was necessary and proportionate.

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