Trouble!

[DogTailRed2]

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article ... ridge.html

[DaveB]

Yikes!! OK.. those pictures are from the Daily Mail (sigh) but I think it's safe to say the rag didn't make 'em up

Cheers Ted
ATB
DaveB

[511Flyer]

There are police on the bridge who are not taking any interest in the helicopter. I thought they would at least be watching their backs, and holding on to their hats.
Good to see the rapid response, and good shooting I say! I expect there will now be a police enquiry into the shooting as to was it really necessary and who gave the order. The usual crap that the police have to deal with.

[DogTailRed2]

Good piloting of the chopper. Can't be easy landing at night on a bridge where your not sure of wires, poles and other street furniture.
it's not like they land there every day. Although I suspect they have cased all these potential landing spots at some point.

[Tomliner]

One wonders if the words of a certain, late Mr E Powell are striking a chord with any of our glorious political leaders. EricT

[Airspeed]

Once again, condolences and commiserations to all those affected.
I read most of the reports on that link, but remain confused as to how many terrorists were there:
"The gang had metal canisters strapped to their chests and two were reportedly shot dead by armed police. A search is underway for the three other men. One man has been arrested on Borough High Street.

All three suspects were gunned down and killed by armed police.

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article ... z4j2FFuRvl
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It was distressing to read that there may be other victims who were thrown, or jumped off, the bridge.

I can only hope that the perpetrators realised as they died, that they were just becoming carcasses, and were not winging their way to a paradise full of virgins for their delight. Might be a good idea for Britain to do as I heard reported from another country, that the executed terrorists were painted with pigs' blood, to let their associates know that they were not going to be admitted to paradise.

[DaveB]

Unfortunately.. this is the Daily Mail we're talking about Mike. Note too at least one duplicate picture with different captions There must be a more reliable source of information with a clearer sequence of events.

ATB
DaveB:)

[FlyTexas]

I can only hope that the perpetrators realised as they died, that they were just becoming carcasses, and were not winging their way to a paradise full of virgins for their delight. Might be a good idea for Britain to do as I heard reported from another country, that the executed terrorists were painted with pigs' blood, to let their associates know that they were not going to be admitted to paradise.

Brian

[nigelb]

Yet another tragic event so condolences to all affected. I stayed up all night watching the coverage on BBC World News because my heart will always be in London. Keep calm and carry on.

Graham, I thought of your "Drink responsibly" means don't spill it!!! tag line when I saw the picture on twitter of a chap running from the Borough scene, carefully carrying his pint. "This beer cost £6 a pint, I'm taking it with me." Stay strong, London!

Nigel²