Notting Hill Carnival ends in one death and 560 arrests
Notting Hill Carnival saw 560 arrests and one man died in a two-day event in London which the Met Police said passed “largely without incident”. The force admitted the number of people arrested was likely to rise, with offences so far including possesion of knives and other weapons, including a handgun.
Notting Hill Carnival concluded with 560 arrests and one fatality after a man drowned while being pursued by police. Despite these incidents, the Metropolitan Police reported the event passed “largely without incident,” noting a decrease in serious violence compared to previous years. The event’s success was also attributed to improved collaboration with organisers who took on more event management roles.
- 560 arrests were made during the two-day Notting Hill Carnival event in London.
- One man died after entering a canal near the event while being pursued by police.
- Offences included possession of knives, weapons, and a handgun.
- There were two non-life-threatening stabbings.
- Live facial recognition technology led to 48 arrests on Monday, including for breaches of conditions by registered sex offenders.
- Police seized 62 weapons, including a handgun.
- Commander Claire Smart noted a “marked difference in the prevalence of serious violence at Carnival” compared to previous years.
- The event’s organizers, Notting Hill Carnival Ltd, were praised for their role in event management and crowd safety.
- The carnival is Europe’s biggest street party and celebrated its 60th anniversary.
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