A man was arrested after allegedly behaving aggressively during King Charles’s visit to Croydon, with police intervening following two separate incidents involving the individual.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed that officers detained the man on Friday, November 13, to prevent a breach of the peace. He was later released once officers were satisfied there was no further risk.
The individual, reportedly a Surrey Street Market trader, was first approached by police while standing behind a safety barrier before a second incident occurred among the crowds gathered to see the King.
Your Local Guardian reported that an eyewitness saw him being escorted away shortly before 1pm.
A police spokesman said: “Officers made one arrest on Friday, 13 November to prevent a breach of the peace.
“A man was spoken to by officers after he became aggressive while stood behind the metal safety barrier and again within the crowd.
“The man was taken away from the area and, once there was no likelihood of a continuation of the breach, he was released.”
The incident occurred as the King visited the town to celebrate his 78th birthday and mark 750 years since Surrey Street Market received its royal charter in 1276.
During the visit, the King toured the BRIT School, where he watched student performances, before heading to the historic market to meet traders and local businesses.
He was presented with a birthday cake and serenaded by schoolchildren, while one youngster’s enthusiastic “yes, boss!” greeting prompted a laugh from the King.
