Security alert at Westminster as two youths 'climb barriers into grounds'
TWO people have been arrested on suspicion of trespass at the Palace of Westminster.
Two youths have been arrested on suspicion of trespass at Westminster
It came after two youths were "observed climbing over barriers", according to Scotland Yard.
They were loose in the grounds of the heart of British democracy for around 30 seconds before leaving.
Police then approached two 15-year-old boys who attempted to flee before being caught, arrested and bailed.
Police said the incident was not thought to be terrorist related.
A Met Police spokesperson said: "The boys, both 15-years-old, climbed over a low barrier into the car park at the southern end of the Palace. They then crossed back over into the public area when a police officer approached them. The trespass lasted approximately 30 seconds.
Two 15-year-old boys have been arrested by the Met Police
"The boys attempted to run away but were pursued and detained by police. They were arrested on suspicion of trespassing on a protected site, contrary to section 128 of the Serious Organised Crime Act 2005, shortly before 14.30hrs.
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"They did not gain access to any building."
The incident occurred just weeks after four people were killed during a terror attack on Westminster Bridge and outside Parliament buildings.