Device explodes on London Tube train at Parsons Green
Friday, September 15, 2017
This morning local time an explosion, now officially considered a terrorist incident, was reported on a London underground train which was stopped at Parsons Green in south-west London. The explosion has been officially confirmed caused by an improvised device placed in a white bucket inside a Lidl shopping bag. Reports also indicate a timer attached to the explosive. At least 29 people were injured, NHS England said this afternoon.
Officers and ambulance staff were on the scene this morning, with reports of burn and crush injuries. Detectives and MI5 were investigating.
BBC News presenter Sophie Raworth described seeing a woman on a stretcher with face and leg burns.
In a statement after the incident, British Prime Minister Theresa May said, "My thoughts are with those injured at Parsons Green and emergency services who are responding bravely to this terrorist incident."
Sources
- "Parsons Green: 'Explosion' reported on London Tube train" — BBC News Online, September 15, 2017
- Danny Boyle. "Parsons Green 'explosion': Passengers injured after 'blast' on District line Tube train" — The Daily Telegraph, September 15, 2017
- "London Tube explosion: Manhunt after 'terrorist incident' at Parsons Green station" — ITV News, September 15, 2017