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Man Arrested After 24-Hour Standoff on Kensington Rooftop

Incident causes major rail disruptions and property damage as police negotiate with suspect throwing objects from roof.

  • Suspect arrested after throwing items onto train tracks from rooftop near Kensington Olympia station.
  • Police and emergency services spent over 24 hours attempting to resolve the situation.
  • Rail services between Watford Junction and Clapham Junction were heavily disrupted.
  • Local residents were evacuated and reported significant property damage.
  • The man was taken to hospital as a precaution following his arrest.
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