Flying Squad Officer Run Over As Raid Thwarted

A Flying Squad officer is in a serious condition in hospital after being run down as police thwarted a smash-and-grab robbery at a luxury watch store on London’s Piccadilly. All four suspects were arrested on suspicion of robbery and taken to central London police stations. Detective Superintendent Craig Turner said: "Our officers are absolutely committed to keeping London safe and target the criminals who pose a danger to Londoners and our city businesses day in, day out.