Four stabbed in Covent Garden, woman arrested

Four people were stabbed in central London on Wednesday, the Metropolitan Police said. The attacks occurred around lunchtime in Covent Garden, a busy tourist hub known for its street performers and cafés. Police reports indicate that the victims were injured by a single assailant and were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.

A woman has been arrested in connection with the incident, which authorities are treating as a “mental health related” event. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that the suspect was apprehended shortly after the stabbings and is currently in custody. No further details about the motive or the suspect’s background have been released at this time.

The police are continuing their investigation into the motive and circumstances surrounding the attacks. They have urged anyone with information to come forward, and the Metropolitan Police have reminded the public to remain vigilant in high‑traffic areas. The incident has prompted a review of security measures in the Covent Garden area.