Notting Hill Carnival: Police ARREST 169 people after knife assaults and sex offences on FIRST DAY
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The Metropolitan Police has arrested at least 169 on the first day of Notting Hill Carnival.
As of 7.45pm on Sunday, the arrests had been made for offences including possession of drugs, possession of weapons, assaults and sexual offences, Scotland Yard said.
Officers responded to two knife assaults, a slashing to the leg and one to the hand.
Neither of the incidents resulted in life-changing or threatening injuries.
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AI GeneratedThe Notting Hill Carnival celebrates its 60th anniversary, drawing millions to West London for Caribbean heritage festivities. While the mood is described as overwhelmingly positive, police made 169 arrests on the first day for various offenses. The event involves a massive security operation, though some critics argue that policing is inconsistent compared to other public gatherings.