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Man arrested in Croydon on suspicion of GBH, false imprisonment

Police responded to reports of a disturbance on Landsdowne Road in the early hours of September 18.

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A 28-year-old man has been taken into custody following an incident on Landsdowne Road in Croydon. The Metropolitan Police arrested the individual on Thursday, September 18, after officers were called to the scene in response to reports of a disturbance.

Officers attended Landsdowne Road at approximately 5.40am on the morning of the arrest. Upon arrival, police detained a 28-year-old man. He was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm, false imprisonment, and making threats to kill.

The Metropolitan Police confirmed that the man was taken into custody and remains there. A spokesperson for the force stated that there were no reported injuries in connection with the incident.

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01When was the man arrested in Croydon?

The man was arrested on Thursday, September 18. Police were called to Landsdowne Road at approximately 5.40am following reports of a disturbance.

02What are the allegations against the arrested man?

The 28-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm, false imprisonment, and making threats to kill. He has been taken into police custody.

03Were there any injuries reported during the incident?

No, the Metropolitan Police confirmed that there were no reported injuries in connection with the disturbance on Landsdowne Road.

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