Westminster Bridge closed after fight leaves man fighting for his life

A man has been left in a critical condition after a fight on Westminster Bridge this morning.

The bridge is currently closed with a police cordon blocking off access.

Police were called to the scene just after 10:30am on Sunday, 24 November to reports of a fight on Westminster Bridge.

Initial reports suggested that the man had been stabbed, but further enquiries from emergency services confirmed he had instead suffered a cardiac arrest.

He has been taken to hospital in a critical condition.

Three people have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and one person has been arrested on suspicion of affray. Two of them been taken to hospital for minor facial injuries.

A road closure is currently in place. Enquiries continue and officers have said they are keen to speak with anyone who has information.

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 quoting CAD 2468/24NOV.

Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.

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