London Bridge incident: People injured and shots fired after stabbing

A major incident has been declared

A major incident has been declared following reports of multiple stabbings and gunfire on London Bridge.

The Met Police say that "a number of people have been injured" following a stabbing near the bridge in the capital.

A man has been arrested, police also confirmed.

"Police were called at 1.58pm to a stabbing at premises near to London Bridge," said a Met Police spokesperson.

"Emergency services attended, including officers from the Met and City of London Police.

"A man has been detained by police. We believe a number of people have been injured. Further info to follow."

Crews from London Ambulance Service are also on scene and a 'major incident' has been declared.

Witnesses have reported hearing up to 10 gunshots with people fleeing the scene in panic at around 2pm.

Video footage appears to show a member of the public wrestling a man on the ground before police intervene.

It is believed somebody was stabbed in the area and police shot a suspect, a security source told the Mirror. 

A cordon has been set up at Borough Market while evacuation continues from nearby shops and businesses.

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