Five police officers injured after Met police boat crashes on River Thames
It's happened at Westminster Bridge - which has been taped off with emergency services there
Last updated 24th Jul 2026
Five police officers have been injured after their boat hit Westminster Bridge on the River Thames - some ending up in the water.
There are reports the vessel was carrying armed officers.
Responders from the RNLI could be seen treating casualties on a boat at Westminster pier.
A large number of police officers, fire crews and ambulances are on the scene.
A spokesperson for the Met said: “At around 3.45pm on Friday July 24 a boat from the Met’s Marine Policing Unit struck Westminster Bridge.
“A number of officers entered the water but were recovered.
“Additional officers responded alongside the London Ambulance Service and London Fire Brigade.
“We understand five officers were injured and are receiving treatment. We await an update on the extent of their injuries.
“At this stage, we don’t believe any members of the public were involved or injured.
“The circumstances of the incident will be thoroughly reviewed, but at this stage our priority is the wellbeing of the officers involved.”
A Port of London Authority spokesperson said: “We are aware of an incident involving a police vessel at Westminster Bridge.
“We are supporting the response and providing assistance where needed, working closely with the Metropolitan Police, HM Coastguard and partner agencies to manage the situation.”
A police helicopter and an air ambulance were circling above.
A police cordon was placed either end of Westminster bridge, which crossed the Thames next to the Houses of Parliament, and buses and coaches travelling on it were forced to reverse and find another route.
Entrances three and four to Westminster Underground station have been shut, Transport for London has confirmed.