A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after two people were injured in separate crossbow attacks in London.
Cops launched a manhunt after a woman and man were hurt more than a week apart.
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Nazarine Cazley, 44, was shot in the back of the head on March 4 and then a man was hit in the neck on Thursday.
The terrifying attacks happened at the same square in Shoreditch.
The Met Police today said they had arrested a man, 47, on suspicion of attempted murder.
When officers searched the man he was found to have a “substance” on him.
Cops also found a crossbow, knives and other weapons.
Detective Chief Superintendent James Conway, who is responsible for policing in Hackney and Tower Hamlets, said: “I’m acutely aware of the level of concern in the community following these awful attacks.
“Since the first incident the police response has been immediate and dynamic, with my detectives leading a significant investigation involving CCTV trawls, intelligence and forensic work, whilst my neighbourhood teams have been engaged in public appeals and reassurance patrols.
“We have been strongly supported by our partners, particularly the London Borough of Tower Hamlets.
“The arrest last night was a significant development in our investigation, but this remains a complex and ongoing policing operation.
“I can also confirm that our enquiries led to the seizure of another crossbow weapon in the period between the two attacks, which is now being dealt with as part of a separate investigation.
“I’d like to thank local people for their valuable support and would urge anyone still yet to talk to police to do so as soon as possible. We have received significant and crucial support from our local communities to date.
“Enhanced numbers of my officers will remain in the area and you can speak with them at any time if you believe you have information that is relevant.”
Locals in the London spot told of their fear in recent days.
Nazarine Cazley, 44, was shot in the back of the head in the same square in Shoreditch, East London.
Her husband Clifton said: “I can’t believe that somebody could do something like this. She is living in fear.”
Local Marcus Patton, 53, a graphic designer, said: “People are now frightened to death.
“Police have been going inside some of the blocks. This almost feels like a sniper to me.”
He added: “It’s crazy to see how easy it is to buy a crossbow on Amazon. I went online after these attacks and I found one for £28.”
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