Crossbow-Wielding Suspect Sparks Manhunt in North London
Former Police Commissioner Demands Government Review of Crossbow Laws
Officers Respond to Targeted Attack in Hertfordshire
The Hertfordshire Police force has launched a manhunt for a suspect believed to be wielding a crossbow after three women were targeted in Bushey, northwest of London. The incident occurred on Tuesday just before 7 pm, according to a police statement, and is believed to be a targeted attack.
Former police and crime commissioner David Lloyd has called for a government review of the laws surrounding crossbows in the UK. Lloyd expressed concern about the accessibility of crossbows and the potential for misuse in light of the recent incident.
Officers were dispatched to Ashlyn Close in Bushey shortly before 7 pm after receiving reports of a crossbow-wielding suspect. The suspect's identity and motive remain unknown, and the investigation is ongoing.
The manhunt involves multiple police units, including firearms officers, and the public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. Further updates on the incident will be provided as they become available.
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