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PROTESTERS have thrown "suspected food" over a display case holding Britain's crown jewels.
Police rushed to the scene at the Tower of London shortly before 10 am after receiving reports of "criminal damage."
The iconic landmark has been closed following the incidentCredit: The Sun
Crumble and custard were reportedly thrown over the display case that contains the State Crown.
According to police, four individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident.
The historic site has been closed to the public as a result of the event.
Detectives are on-site as an investigation begins, with Tower of London staff assisting the Metropolitan Police.
The Metropolitan Police stated: "Four protesters have been arrested following criminal damage at the Tower of London."
"Police were called at 09:48 hrs on Saturday, 6 December, to the Tower of London after reports of criminal damage to a display case containing the State Crown."
"It was reported that four protesters threw suspected food onto the case before two departed the scene."
"Officers collaborated closely with the City of London Police and security personnel, resulting in the arrest of four individuals on suspicion of criminal damage. They have been taken into custody."
"The Tower has been closed to the public while the police investigation is ongoing."
The protest group Take Back Power claimed responsibility, stating they "smothered dessert over the crown jewels."
Tower of London staff are assisting the Metropolitan PoliceCredit: The Sun
Four individuals have been arrestedCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
What happened at the Tower of London?
Protesters threw suspected food over a display case containing Britain's crown jewels, leading to police intervention and the arrest of four individuals.
Why was the Tower of London closed to the public?
The Tower of London was closed to facilitate a police investigation following the incident of criminal damage.
Which group claimed responsibility for the protest?
The protest group Take Back Power claimed responsibility for the incident, stating they "smothered dessert over the crown jewels."
Eze Chidiebere Paul
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