Man Charged After Stabbing Met Officer in Early Morning Raid

A man is set to appear in court after stabbing a Met Police officer during an early morning raid. Charles Charalambous faces serious charges.

Editorial Desk

September 30, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — A 56-year-old man has been formally charged following an attack on a Metropolitan Police officer during an early morning operation targeting a suspected organized crime group.

Charles Charalambous, of Claremont Road in Cockfosters, was arrested and charged overnight with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm in an attempt to resist arrest. He is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court later today, having been remanded in custody.

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The incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, September 29, and involved a police raid that led to the arrest of 18 individuals. Two additional men have also been charged in connection with the case. The injured officer is expected to make a full recovery, according to the Metropolitan Police, which described the investigation as complex and requiring extensive evidence review both before and after the arrests.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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