Arrest Made After Man in His Underpants Seen with Knife
Two people injured in a house on Gordon Road
A still from a video taken of a man with a knife. Picture: X
February 13, 2024
Police have arrested a 31-year-old man following an incident last Wednesday (7 February) in which he was seen in Ealing in his underpants carrying a large knife.
The police say they were called to Gordon Road at 8.14am to reports of a man chasing a child and found two people in a house in their seventies who had suffered from stab injuries.
They were taken to hospital where their injuries were assessed as not life-threatening.
Reece McLean, who lives on the road, was detained and taken to hospital for assessment.
He was charged on Friday, 9 February with two counts of attempted murder, one count of wounding with intent and one count of possession of a knife at Ealing Magistrates' Court.
Eye-witnesses reported seeing a man walking up and down the street as terrified onlookers, including children, fled.
Detective Chief Inspector Andy Jackson said, “This was a highly visible incident that I know will have left local residents disturbed and concerned.
“Please be assured that a man is now in custody and that there is no further risk to anyone’s safety.
“We thank the community in advance for their patience and cooperation while our officers make their enquiries at the scenes and in the local area.”
“A 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of being in possession of an offensive weapon, affray, and two counts of attempted murder.
Anyone who witnessed any part of this incident or has footage should call police on 101, quoting 1269/7FEB, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.
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