Teen arrested outside Parliament Hill School on suspicion of knife possession

A 16-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of possessing a bladed article outside Parliament Hill School in Camden. The Metropolitan Police were called to the scene at approximately 11:10 am on Wednesday following reports that a boy armed with a knife was threatening other children. Officers arrived at the location within four minutes of the initial call.

The incident occurred near the secondary school, which serves girls and has a mixed sixth form. No injuries were reported among those present at the time of the incident, according to a Metropolitan Police spokesperson speaking to The Standard. The arrested boy remains in police custody.

The Metropolitan Police have appealed for anyone with information to contact them by dialling 101, quoting reference CAD 2636/14OCT26. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.