A suspect has been arrested almost 30 miles from the scene of a double stabbing following a manhunt as a man fights for his life.
Two men were taken to hospital after the incident, with one suffering life-threatening injuries.
Forensics in Borough Green, Sevenoaks, on Thursday morning after a double stabbing
Police confirmed officers were called at about 7.40am to a private address in Sevenoaks Road today.
It followed reports of a domestic incident inside a property near the road’s junction with Western Road.
Firearms officers and a police helicopter were immediately involved in a manhunt to find the suspect.
The force has now confirmed a 46-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the stabbings.
The man was arrested at 6.25pm in Walworth Road, London, following extensive inquiries – almost 30 miles away.
Police in Sevenoaks Road near its junction with Western Road in Borough Green. Picture: Sean McPolinSevenoaks Road where it joins with Maidstone Road, near the High Street, in Borough Green, is shut off. Picture: Sean McPolin
He remains in custody while inquiries continue.
When KentOnline visited the scene earlier today, five police cars were in attendance, with three parked in Western Road and two along Sevenoaks Road.
One of the victims was taken to a London hospital with life-threatening injuries, while a second man was taken to a local hospital and a woman sustained minor arm and facial injuries.
A man who lives nearby and did not want to be named said: “We left for the school run at about 8.20am and there were loads of police and a helicopter.
“When we got back, they were still here, but we have no idea what has happened.”