A man was arrested after climbing the Elizabeth Tower at the Palace of Westminster. Emergency services responded promptly, leading to road closures and the cancellation of tours. The incident, which began early on Saturday morning, involved intense negotiations and a focus on safety for all involved. The police coordinated with the London Fire Brigade and utilized specialist officers to safely bring the man down. Following the resolution of the situation, normal operations resumed in the area, including the reopening of roads and the Underground station.
This has been a protracted incident due to the specifics of where the man was located and the need to ensure the safety of our officers, the individual and the wider public.
We worked with other agencies including the London Fire Brigade and deployed specialist officers to bring this incident to a close as quickly as possible whilst minimising risk to life.
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