Police officers were called to Berwick Manor Hotel on Berwick Pond Road in Rainham, East London, on Saturday night (August 22) following reports of guns and knives at the venue. The hotel was hosting a music event featuring DJs playing house, afro-house, amapiano, R&B and hip-hop music.
Staff at the hotel suspected that weapons were present, prompting the police response. However, after searching the premises, no weapons were found. A spokesperson for the Met Police confirmed that officers attended the scene but declined to provide further details. No arrests were made in connection with the incident.
Police response and outcome
The Met Police spokesperson confirmed that officers were called to the hotel but did not elaborate on the specifics of the call. The lack of arrests and the absence of any discovered weapons suggest that the initial reports may have been unfounded. The event continued without further incident, according to local reports.
This incident occurred on the same night as another, unrelated attack in East London. In Leyton, a man in his 20s was found injured on High Road at approximately 8:15am on Saturday. He was initially reported to be fighting for his life but has since stabilized. Another man, aged 26, was arrested in connection with that attack.
Context of East London incidents
The two events highlight a busy night for emergency services in the area. While the hotel incident did not result in any charges, the Leyton attack remains under investigation. The Met Police have not released further information about either case at this time.
Local residents and event attendees have been advised to remain vigilant. The hotel has not issued a public statement regarding the incident. Police continue to encourage anyone with information about either event to come forward.
