On April 30, 2024, a 36-year-old man wielding a sword attacked people in Thurlow Gardens, Hainault, east London, causing multiple casualties.

A 14-year-old boy was tragically killed, and four others were injured in the assault, including two police officers who later required surgery.

The assailant, who questioned the belief in God during the attack, was subdued by a policewoman using a taser, effectively ending the violence.

Authorities have arrested the suspect and confirmed that there is no search for additional suspects, suggesting no further threat to the public.

High-profile figures including Buckingham Palace, the Prime Minister, the Home Secretary, and the Mayor of London have all paid respects to the victim and thanked emergency services for their courage.

The community remains in mourning and shock over the incident, while police continue their investigation into the motives behind the attack.