CLEAN : London Bridge stabbings terrorist incident: police

The transcript details a response to an incident initially treated as terrorism. It confirms the incident as a terrorist act but clarifies that the suspect's explosive device was a hoax. Specialist officers ensured public safety, and wide cordons were established.

What did the speaker express gratitude for at the beginning of the address?

• The audience's attendance

• The audience's patience

• The audience's understanding

• The audience's support

How did the authorities initially respond to the incident?

• As a public disturbance

• As a routine investigation

• As a natural disaster

• As a terrorist-related incident

What was confirmed about the nature of the incident?

• It was a minor accident

• It was a terrorist incident

• It was a natural event

• It was a false alarm

What was the initial concern regarding the suspect?

• The suspect had an explosive device

• The suspect was fleeing the scene

• The suspect had a weapon

• The suspect had a hostage

What was ultimately determined about the device on the suspect?

• It was a harmless object

• It was a communication device

• It was a real explosive device

• It was a hoax explosive device