Four people have been injured and one person has been arrested following a clash between pro-Iran supporters and anti-Iranian government protesters in north-west London.
The Metropolitan Police said officers were called to Alperton Lane, Wembley, at 18:21 BST on Friday following reports of disorder.
An event was taking place to mark the death of the president of Iran Ebrahim Raisi who died in a helicopter crash on Sunday along with the country’s foreign minister and six others.
Police said clashes broke out between the groups outside the venue and as a result officers attended alongside London Ambulance Service (LAS) paramedics.
A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police confirmed four people were hurt and treated for non life-threatening injuries.
“One person was also arrested on suspicion of violent disorder,” the spokesperson added.
A dispersal order has been issued by the force – requiring those involved to leave the area.
It will remain in force until 03:00 on Saturday morning, the Met added.
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