Police officer suffers broken arm after being attacked with hammer while rushing to aid of stab victim

The incident took place on High Street in Cranford (pictured)
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Sami Quadri3 July 2023
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A police officer was rushed to hospital with a broken arm after being struck with a hammer while treating a stab victim in Hounslow.

Officers were called to High Street in Cranford following reports of an attack at 8.15pm on Saturday.

A 31-year-old was found at the scene with a slash wound. While treating the man, officers were attacked by a large group of people.

One officer was rushed to hospital where he was treated for a broken arm. He has since been discharged.

The stabbed victim was taken to a central London hospital for treatment.

His condition was assessed as non life-threatening.

There have been no arrests and enquiries are ongoing.

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