Five Officers Injured After Police Boat Strikes Westminster Bridge

Five Metropolitan police officers were injured on Friday afternoon when a police boat collided with Westminster Bridge in central London. The incident occurred at approximately 3:40 PM and involved a vessel belonging to the marine policing unit. The injured officers are currently receiving treatment for their injuries. The Metropolitan police confirmed the details of the collision. Further details regarding the cause of the incident or the extent of the injuries were not immediately available. Westminster Bridge is a prominent landmark in central London, carrying vehicular and pedestrian traffic over the River Thames. The marine policing unit is responsible for patrolling the waterways of London, including the River Thames, for law enforcement and safety purposes. This incident has prompted an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision.