A suspected knifeman is on the run after reports of a man carrying a machete in west London.
Police conducted a desperate search speaking to witnesses of the alleged attack who was reported to be carrying a machete in Porchester Road, Bayswater at 1.30pm on Sunday, but could not find the suspect.
There were no injuries reported.
A Met spokeswoman said: “Police were called about 13:30hrs on Saturday, 19 August in Porchester Road, W2.
“Officers attended and spoke to a number of witnesses. No injuries were reported to police.
“A full area such was conducted but no suspect was found.
“Enquiries ongoing.”
Anyone with any information is asked to call police on 101 and give reference 3677/19August.