Horror as policeman slashed with machete: Whole road locked down as officers surround home

As of 17.46 today, Skelton Road remained closed in both directions due to the police incident between A114 Upton Lane and Wyatt Road.

A Met Police spokesperson said: “At approximately 11:50hrs on Sunday, 10 April police were called to reports of a man armed with a machete suffering a mental health crisis at an address in Skelton Road, E7.

“Officers attended – one officer received a slash injury to his arm and has been taken to hospital for treatment.

“His condition is not life-threatening.

“Officers remain on scene and are attempting to engage with the man.”

If you need mental health support, please contact Samaritans on 116 123, 24 hours a day.