London: A man has been arrested on suspicion of violent disorder after windows were smashed in a mob incident. Indian High Commission In London, Geo News reported on Monday.
Metropolitan Police officers were called to the building in Aldwych, Westminster, at around 1.50pm on Sunday, and two security guards suffered minor injuries.
Footage posted on social media showed a man removing an Indian flag from the building’s first-floor balcony, while a crowd below waved bright yellow.Khalistan‘ Banners that seemed to encourage him.
He is believed to be a supporter of one. Sikh separatist movement Trying to create a new homeland or a separate state.
The Met has started an investigation into the incident.
The windows of the High Commission building were broken. Two members of the security staff were injured. They are taken for granted. He did not require hospital treatment,” a spokesperson said.
“Officers attended the scene. The majority of people present had dispersed before police arrived. An investigation was launched, and a man was arrested a short time later on suspicion of violent disorder. Inquiries are ongoing. Yes,” the spokesperson added.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan, Foreign Office Minister Lord Tariq Ahmed of Wimbledon and British High Commissioner to India Alex Ellis condemned the incident on Twitter.
“I condemn the violent disorder and vandalism that took place at the Indian High Commission today. This kind of behavior has no place in our city. An inquiry has been initiated by the Met into today’s incidents,” Khan said. Tweeted.
Lord Ahmed also shared his shock over the incident and called it an “unacceptable move”.
“I am appalled by today’s attack on the Indian High Commission in London. This is a totally unacceptable act against the integrity of the mission and its staff. The British Government has always ensured the security of the Indian High Commission,” he wrote. Will take it seriously.” Tweet.