Teenager arrested after UK gurdwara attack with ‘bladed weapon’
Teenager arrested after UK gurdwara attack with ‘bladed weapon’
LONDON: A 17-year-old boy remains in custody after two women were injured in an incident involving a “bladed weapon” at a gurdwara in Kent, south-east England, local police said on Friday.
Kent Police said its officers were called to the Siri Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara in Gravesend on Thursday evening to investigate reports that a male had entered the place of worship and attempted to assault those inside.
“It was reported that a male had entered the location and attempted to assault those in attendance whilst armed with a bladed weapon. Nobody was seriously injured during the incident but two women required medical attention for cuts and bruises,” Kent Police said in a statement.