A shocking video shows two rival groups armed with huge machetes and knives clashing in East London. One of the men, holding a weapon as long as a sword, takes a downward swing at his opponent, also holding a large knife, as they face off under the street lights on Wick Road in Hackney on Friday night (January 3).
About 10 other men, all wearing black outfits, also joined the confrontation as it moved up and down the street. There appeared to be multiple people behind the camera, with shouts of ‘chill out’ and ‘chill out bro’ audible throughout the 20-second video. When one of the fighters backs up onto the opposite pavement, his weapon glistens in the light, revealing the its huge proportions.
Drivers were forced to slow down as the brawl spilt into the road. A white Ford Fiesta can be seen slowly driving by in one direction, and then another car and a grey VW Gold pass, going the opposite way.
The clip, shared by London and UK Street News on X, has been viewed over 450,000 times, with comments lamenting brazen street violence in London.
A Met Police spokesperson said: “We are aware of this video circulating online and are making enquiries. There are no known reports or injuries. If you were a witness or have any info which may help, please call police on 101 with ref 1548/05JAN25 or message via X @MetCC.”
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