4 people stabbed in London's Covent Garden area; woman arrested
Four people were stabbed in London's Covent Garden area on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. A woman in her 40s has been arrested on suspicion of assault and possession of an offensive weapon.
Why it matters
This incident highlights public safety concerns in a major tourist hub and is currently under investigation by the Metropolitan Police.
Four people were stabbed in central London and a woman has been arrested, police said on Wednesday (August 5, 2026).
The woman, who was in her 40s, was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon and assault, Sky News reported. Covent Garden is a popular area for tourists.
The Metropolitan Police has yet to provide further details about the incident, which took place around lunchtime.
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