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Streatham attack: Police bullets flew into supermarket and pharmacy as officers shot at Sudesh Amman, watchdog says

Six shots were fired as officers tried to stop the terrorist, reports Lizzie Dearden

Tuesday 11 February 2020 15:13 GMT
Forensic officers at the scene of the attack on Streatham High Road
Forensic officers at the scene of the attack on Streatham High Road (AFP/Getty)

Police bullets went through the windows of a supermarket and a pharmacy during the Streatham terror attack, a watchdog has revealed.

One woman was taken to hospital after being injured by flying glass as officers opened fire on Sudesh Amman.

The 20-year-old Isis supporter was being followed by undercover police on foot when he grabbed a knife from inside a shop and started attacking people.

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