A hero security guard at a London shop shared how he bravely disarmed a knifeman after an 11-year-old girl was stabbed in Leicester Square. Abdullah, 29, recounted how he heard a scream and immediately sprang into action, jumping on the attacker and holding him down until the police arrived. “I just saw a kid getting stabbed and I just tried to save her. It’s my duty to just save them,” he said.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed that the girl will need hospital treatment but her injuries are not life-threatening. A 32-year-old man was arrested at the scene and no other suspects are being sought in connection with the incident.
Abdullah, who has worked at the TWG Tea shop for eight months, described how he and his colleagues provided first aid to the child before the authorities arrived. Police commended the bravery of those who intervened to help, with Detective Chief Superintendent Christina Jessah stating, “They put themselves at risk and showed the best of London in doing so.”
The incident, which took place in the bustling tourist destination of Leicester Square, is not believed to be terror-related. Witnesses described the shocking scene, with one individual, known as Desmond, recounting the heartbreaking sight of the attack. The London Ambulance Service responded promptly to the incident, treating both the child and an adult before transporting them to a major trauma center.
The square and its surrounding area attract millions of visitors each week and are home to a variety of shops, theatres, cinemas, and restaurants. The community’s quick action and solidarity in the face of danger exemplify the spirit of London.